Assembly Resolution No. 926

BY: M. of A. Buttenschon

MOURNING the death of Steven DiMeo, Mohawk Valley
EDGE President, distinguished citizen, and devoted
member of his community

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
citizens of the State of New York whose lifework and civic endeavor
served to enhance the quality of life in their communities and this
great Empire State; and

WHEREAS, Steven DiMeo of Rome, New York, died on Wednesday, March 6,
2024, at the age of 69; and

WHEREAS, Steven DiMeo distinguished himself in his profession and by
his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of
his community; and

WHEREAS, He was renowned as the guiding force behind EDGE, the Marcy
Nanocenter, Griffiss Business and Technology Park, and the entire
region's economic trajectory for the past 30 years; and

WHEREAS, Steven DiMeo worked tirelessly to enhance Oneida County,
advocating to save Griffiss Air Force Base and bring a chip fabrication
to the Marcy Nanocenter; and

WHEREAS, Prior to serving as president of EDGE, Steven DiMeo was the
commissioner of urban and economic development for Utica from 1984-1993;
and

WHEREAS, Always bringing a sense of levity and brightness to his
workplace and social circles, Steven DiMeo was happy to discuss all
things regarding the New York Yankees or offer up facts from his
extensive knowledge of American history; and

WHEREAS, Steven DiMeo's commitment to excellence, and his spirit of
humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including
charitable and civic endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Steven DiMeo is survived by his wife, Dianne; his children,
Jonathan DiMeo and Allison Peters; as well as his grandchildren, his
friends, and colleagues; and

WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, Steven DiMeo leaves behind a legacy which will long endure
the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all he
served and befriended; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of Steven DiMeo, Mohawk Valley EDGE President,
distinguished citizen, and devoted member of his community; and be it
further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of Steven DiMeo.