LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Matthew Callihan upon the occasion of
his designation as recipient of the Black and Latino Achiever Award by
the Capital District YMCA at its 11th Annual Awards Banquet on June 3,
2014

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities of New York State are
reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of organizations and
individuals who devote themselves to the welfare of the community and
its citizenry, paying particular attention to the youth of the communi-
ty; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Matthew Callihan upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of
the Black and Latino Achiever Award by the Capital District YMCA at its
11th Annual Awards Banquet on Tuesday, June 3, 2014, at the Albany
Marriott in Albany, New York; and
WHEREAS, The Black and Latino Achievers Awards Banquet, one of the
Capital District YMCA's most memorable events, celebrates the accom-
plishments of student and adult achievers and illustrates how much can
be achieved when dedicated adults support and mentor young people,
encouraging them, through participation in the program, to set meaning-
ful educational goals and to make positive contributions to their commu-
nity; Matthew Callihan is one such individual; and
WHEREAS, Matthew Callihan will receive this auspicious award for his
outstanding community involvement and volunteer service to the Capital
District YMCA; and
WHEREAS, Matthew Callihan has clearly made an enduring impact on the
youth of the Capital District YMCA, as well as on the community-at-
large, and accordingly merits recognition and applause for his impres-
sive dedication to others; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such commitment, dedication and accomplishment are brought to
our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citi-
zens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Matthew Callihan upon the occasion of his designation as recipient
of the Black and Latino Achiever Award by the Capital District YMCA at
its 11th Annual Achievers Award Banquet on June 3, 2014; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Matthew Callihan.