LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Patricia McKeown upon the occasion of
her retirement after many years of distinguished service to the St.
Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the
significant milestones in the distinguished careers of esteemed resi-
dents of this noble Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Patricia McKeown upon the occasion of her retirement after many years of
distinguished service to the St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce, to
be celebrated on Thursday, May 22, 2014, at the Massena Country Club,
Massena, New York; and
WHEREAS, In 2007, Patricia "Pat" McKeown began her career as interim
executive director at the St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce, and
shortly thereafter was named permanent director; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, this esteemed woman has dedicated herself to
supporting the Chamber's approximately 700 member businesses and acting
as their advocate with county and state government officials; and
WHEREAS, During her tenure as Executive Director, Pat McKeown enacted
many new and exciting ventures; she spearheaded the region's first
broadband initiative, as well as FISHCAP, the award-winning program
promoting the St. Lawrence River Valley as a sport-fishing destination;
and
WHEREAS, Pat McKeown has overseen the growth of such Chamber initi-
atives as Business Spotlights, the annual Junior Carp Tournament, the
holiday Craft, Food, and Wine Show, as well as The Really Big Show; and
WHEREAS, In addition, this remarkable woman worked closely with the
Town of Waddington to bring the Evan Williams Showdown, a three-day bass
fishing tournament to the St. Lawrence River, which set an attendance
record and brought significant tourism to the local economy; and
WHEREAS, Throughout her career, Pat McKeown rendered faithful, consci-
entious and valuable service to the St. Lawrence County Chamber of
Commerce, earning the admiration, esteem and affection of her
colleagues; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Patricia McKeown upon the occasion of her retirement after many
years of distinguished service to the St. Lawrence County Chamber of
Commerce; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Patricia McKeown.