Senate Resolution No. 389 BY: Senator STEC HONORING the CV-TEC Division of Champlain Valley Educational Services upon the occasion of its designation as recipient of the 2025 Economic Development Partner of the Year Award WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize the achievements of those individuals and businesses that contribute substantially to the economic vitality of their communities, thereby enhancing the economic well-being of the entire 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 the CV-TEC Division of Champlain Valley Educational Services (CVES) upon the occasion of its designation as recipient of the 2025 Economic Development Partner of the Year Award by the North Country Chamber of Commerce at its 113th Annual Awards Dinner on Friday, January 31, 2025, at the Warren Ballroom at SUNY Plattsburgh; and WHEREAS, CV-TEC is the Career and Technical Education Division of CVES, and is the primary provider of Career and Technical Education and Adult Literacy programs and services for secondary and post-secondary students in Clinton and Essex Counties; and WHEREAS, This dedicated business' commitment to providing dynamic, high-quality education and technical training has made them a cornerstone of the North Country's economic success; its exceptional leadership in workforce development and its vital role in driving regional economic growth has made CV-TEC a worthy recipient of the 2025 Economic Development Partner of the Year Award; and WHEREAS, Through innovative training programs like the Aerospace Coatings Applicator Specialist (ACAS) certification and their partnership on specialized programs such as welding training at the Institute for Advanced Manufacturing, CV-TEC has empowered both students and local businesses with the skills and expertise necessary to thrive in today's evolving job market; and WHEREAS, In addition to its program development, CV-TEC has shown steadfast commitment to growing the workforce and enhancing the region's long-term prosperity; their investment in a new training center and proactive leadership in key initiatives at the Institute for Advanced Manufacturing have established the region as a competitive hub for manufacturing and skilled trades, an accomplishment typically associated with much larger metropolitan areas, thusly exemplifying its admirable commitment and dedication to the residents of the North Country and to New York State at large; and WHEREAS, CV-TEC continues to serve as a catalyst for growth by fostering partnerships with industry leaders, educational institutions, and community stakeholders, making them a truly deserving recipient of this award; and WHEREAS, Businesses that give of their time and energies to serve the best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration and cannot be sufficiently extolled; and WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that this Legislative Body acknowledges this exceptional business and its contributions to the local and State economies, fully confident that it will continue to enjoy the sparkling successes it has experienced thus far; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor the CV-TEC Division of Champlain Valley Educational Services upon the occasion of its designation as recipient of the 2025 Economic Development Partner of the Year Award by the North Country Chamber of Commerce; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to CV-TEC of CVES.