LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Michael J. Bloss upon the occasion of
his designation for special recognition by the New York State Elks Asso-
ciation

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay
tribute to those individuals who have shown a long-standing commitment
to improving the quality of life in their communities; and
WHEREAS, Michael J. Bloss has given not only of his time and energies
but also of his competence, intelligence and leadership and consequently
has been designated for special honor; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Michael J.
Bloss upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by
the New York State Elks Association, to be celebrated on Saturday, April
16, 2011, at the Vista Restaurant and Banquet House in Clifton Park, New
York; and
WHEREAS, Michael Bloss has been called upon to contribute his time and
talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has always given
of himself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, Michael Bloss was born in Syracuse, New York, the oldest of
five children; he attended Blessed Sacrament Elementary School, Bishop
Grimes High School where he participated in football, wrestling, and
lacrosse, and graduated with an Associate in Applied Science degree from
SUNY Morrisville; and
WHEREAS, A member of the Knights of Columbus, Michael Bloss is an
Assistant Director of the Information Technology (IT) at the Department
of Labor and is in his 35th year as a civil servant, all in IT at the
Labor Department; he has served his community as a member of the Shenen-
dehowa Community Coalition, supporter of youth soccer, lacrosse coach
and as a wrestling official; and
WHEREAS, On May 22, 2010, at the convention of the New York State Elks
Association held in Rochester, New York, Michael Bloss of Clifton Park
Lodge 2466, was installed as President of the Association; during his
tenure, he has traveled throughout New York State to encourage Lodges to
be more active in their communities, increase their involvement in Elk
Programs and to attract new members; and
WHEREAS, Michael Bloss has been a member of Clifton Park Lodge 2466
since February of 1977; he served as an officer starting in 1978, the
same year he was recognized as Elk of the Year; and
WHEREAS, Michael Bloss served as Exalted Ruler from 1982-1983, and
continued as Treasurer from 1983-1987; in addition, he served as Secre-
tary from 1987-1994 and Trustee from 1994-2000 as well as from
2004-2009; and
WHEREAS, In addition to many other activities, Michael Bloss has
served various roles in the Lodge such as House Chairman, Newsletter
Editor, Boy Scout Troop 246 Charter Organization Representative, and
Ritual Coach; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Michael Bloss has been a leader at the state
association level having served a total of 11 years as a state chairman
of the community activities, Elks Memorial Day, emergency education
grants and business practice committees; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Michael Bloss has stood constant in
dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Pat, their children,
Kait, Allison and Kevin, and their spouses, as well as their grandchil-
dren, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice
in his achievements; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Michael Bloss has displayed through-
out his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Michael J. Bloss upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by the New York State Elks Association; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Michael J. Bloss.