Honoring Harold Tom Clark, Jr. for his many years of distinguished service to the Mohawk Valley community
This resolution honors Harold "Tom" Clark, Jr. for his long record of business leadership, philanthropy, and civic service in the Mohawk Valley and Central New York. It highlights his role as owner of Mac-Clark Restaurants, operator of multiple McDonald's franchises in several counties, and as Chairman Emeritus of Adirondack Bank, crediting him with supporting local economic growth, employment, and community banking.
The resolution also recognizes his extensive charitable involvement, including service and support for organizations such as Upstate Cerebral Palsy, The Salvation Army, the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central New York, and Camp Ronald McDonald for children with special needs. It further notes his support for youth and recreational programs, his connection to Utica College, and his distinction as the college's first $1 million donor and an honorary Doctor of Laws recipient.
This measure does not change state law or create new statutory requirements. It is a ceremonial Assembly resolution that formally commends an individual and directs that an engrossed copy be transmitted to him. Its practical effect is symbolic recognition of Mr. Clark's contributions to business, philanthropy, education, and community development in New York.
The sentiment around the resolution is entirely positive and celebratory. The text frames Harold "Tom" Clark, Jr. as a model citizen whose entrepreneurship, generosity, and leadership have benefited families, children, nonprofits, and local institutions across the region. No votes, committee transcripts, or objections are provided, and the resolution's language indicates unanimous admiration rather than controversy.
There is no notable contention in the available record. Because this is a nonbinding honorary resolution, it does not appear to have generated policy debate, fiscal dispute, or partisan disagreement. The only substantive focus is on praising Mr. Clark's business success, philanthropy, and service to the Mohawk Valley community.