LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Coach Todd Jones upon the occasion of
his retirement after 37 years of distinguished service as the Wrestling
Coach and Athletic Director at Canajoharie High School

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to praise notable
athletic coaches who serve the youth of this great Empire State and who
have distinguished themselves and their schools through outstanding
commitment and exemplary athletic achievement; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Coach Todd Jones upon the occasion of his retirement after 37 years of
distinguished service as the Wrestling Coach and Athletic Director at
Canajoharie High School; he will officially retire at the end of this
season; and
WHEREAS, With his unremitting commitment to excellence, Todd Jones has
earned the just respect and admiration of his community, his peers and
the outstanding athletes he has so ably coached; and
WHEREAS, Under the leadership of Todd Jones, the Canajoharie High
School Wrestling Team has had its share of glory, including dozens of
Section 2 finalists, over 300 varsity wins and three trips to the State
Tournament; and
WHEREAS, Todd Jones has clearly had an enduring impact on the youth at
Canajoharie High School, as well as on the community-at-large, and
accordingly merits recognition and applause for his impressive dedi-
cation to others; and
WHEREAS, Todd Jones' positive demeanor, selfless commitment, and
caring concern have contributed to his enduring success as a coach and
mentor; and
WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body that when indi-
viduals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
this great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is pleased to have this opportunity to
express its highest admiration for Todd Jones and to wish him continued
success in all of his future endeavors; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Coach Todd Jones upon the occasion of his retirement after 37
years of distinguished service as the Wrestling Coach at Canajoharie
High School, and for his significant contributions to the uplift of
youth in New York State; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Coach Todd Jones.