LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Philomena Cammuso upon the occasion of
her designation for special recognition by the Seneca Falls - Waterloo
Kiwanis

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
those individuals and organizations that devote their energy, resources
and thoughtful care to improving the quality and character of life in
their communities; and
WHEREAS, Philomena Cammuso has given not only of her time and energies
but also of her competence, intelligence and leadership and consequently
has been designated for special honor; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Philomena Cammuso upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by the Seneca Falls - Waterloo Kiwanis, to be celebrated on
Saturday, April 27, 2013; and
WHEREAS, Kiwanians are volunteers changing the world through service
to children and communities; Kiwanis members help shelter the homeless,
feed the hungry, mentor the disadvantaged, and care for the sick; and
WHEREAS, The daughter of the late Anthony and Adeline Vinciquerra
Cammuso, Philomena Cammuso was born and raised in Seneca Falls, New
York; she graduated from Mynderse Academy and went to the St. Joseph's
School of Nursing in Elmira and upon graduation earned a RN degree; and
WHEREAS, Philomena Cammuso worked at Geneva General for 25 years in
various managerial positions; while at Geneva General, she went back to
college to obtain her Bachelor of Science and Masters Degrees in Educa-
tion from Elmira College; and
WHEREAS, In 1985, Philomena Cammuso became an Instructor of Nursing at
the Community College of the Finger Lakes in Canandaigua, and Board of
Cooperative Education Services in Stanley; in 1986, she went to Clifton
Springs Hospital and worked there in several management positions; and
WHEREAS, At Clifton Springs Hospital, Philomena Cammuso had served as
Vice President of Nursing, and Director of Education, Social Work,
Utilization Services and the Emergency Room; she also held the position
of Risk Manager and Corporate Compliance Officer until her retirement in
early 2002; and
WHEREAS, Possessing an MS degree in Management from the New School of
Social Research, Philomena Cammuso was head of the Eucharistic Ministers
and Lectors at St. Patrick's Church and was recently selected to serve
on St. Patrick's Parish Council and has been elected as the President of
Parish Council; and
WHEREAS, The first person of Italian heritage to be elected as Presi-
dent of the Seneca Falls Historical Society, Philomena Cammuso has
worked on various committees, is President of the S.M.S. Auxiliary, and
a member of the National Women's Hall of Fame; and
WHEREAS, Philomena Cammuso serves as President of Birthright of Seneca
County, and is a member of the St. Anthony's Commission; she has served
on the Board of Directors of American Heart Association of the Finger
Lakes; in addition, she was the third woman to be honored with the pres-
tigious Father Beatini Award given to an outstanding Citizen of Italian
Heritage; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her sisters, Rose and the late
Ann, as well as her nieces, Toni, Lisa and Kimberly, all of whom feel
privileged to be a part of her life and rejoice in her achievements; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Philomena Cammuso has displayed
throughout her life; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Philomena Cammuso upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by the Seneca Falls - Waterloo Kiwanis; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Philomena Cammuso.