Assembly Resolution No. 291

BY: M. of A. Stec

HONORING Edward Bartholomew upon the occasion of
his designation as recipient of the Community Spirit
Award by St. Mary's-St. Alphonsus Regional Catholic
School on March 23, 2019

WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energies and serve
the best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration
and cannot be sufficiently extolled; and

WHEREAS, Edward Bartholomew 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 Edward
Bartholomew upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the
Community Spirit Award by St. Mary's-St. Alphonsus Regional Catholic
School; this momentous occasion was celebrated at its Annual Gala on
Saturday, March 23, 2019, at the Queensbury Hotel, Glens Falls, New
York; and

WHEREAS, After graduating from Glens Falls High School, Edward
Bartholomew received his Bachelor of Science degree from Union College
and his law degree from Albany Law School; his practice focused on
municipal, school, planning, zoning and real estate matters; and

WHEREAS, Edward Bartholomew began his long and distinguished career
in public service as Special Counsel for the New York State Senate
Majority and Legislative Counsel for the New York State Department of
Motor Vehicles; from 1978-1985, he held the esteemed position of Mayor
of the City of Glens Falls; and

WHEREAS, Currently, Edward Bartholomew holds the title of President
of EDC Warren County, and serves as the Economic/Community Development
Director for the City of Glens Falls; and

WHEREAS, Edward Bartholomew 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, Dedicated to the community in which he lives, works and
serves, Edward Bartholomew holds leadership roles in many local
organizations including the Glens Falls Industrial Development Agency,
the Greater Glens Falls Local Development Corporation, and the
Adirondack Gateway Council; and

WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Edward Bartholomew has stood
constant in dignity, good grace and humor; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Edward Bartholomew has
displayed throughout his life; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense that when individuals of such noble aims
and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be
celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State
now; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Edward Bartholomew upon the occasion of his designation as
recipient of the Community Spirit Award by St. Mary's-St. Alphonsus
Regional Catholic School on March 23, 2019; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Edward Bartholomew.