The Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) presented the 25th J. Walter Juckett Community Service Award to Kathie Duncan of the Adirondack Trust Co. at the annual J. Walter Juckett award banquet on Feb. 6 at Heritage Hall in the Glens Falls Civic Center.
“Kathie demonstrates a fierce commitment and hands-on dedication to the betterment of our local community,” said ARCC President and CEO Peter Aust. “Through her substantial contributions to the community, she has earned the respect and admiration of her peers. I can think of no one more deserving to receive this prestigious community service award than Kathie Duncan.”
J. Walter Juckett had a remarkable business career and was recognized as a major community leader in his adopted home, the Village of Hudson Falls, and the entire region. His leadership and commitment transgressed a wide range of civic, charitable, religious, political, business and educational activities.
He was recognized with honors for his work and contributions to the Boy Scouts of America, New York Business Development Corporation, Salvation Army, Norwich University, Presbyterian Church, Hudson Falls Central School and many other organizations. He was a tireless worker for the arts, having served as a director of the Lake George Opera, and a major force in The Hyde Collection Capital Campaign.
“Wow,” Duncan said when hearing she had received the award. “I’m truly overwhelmed and deeply honored to receive the J. Walter Juckett Community Service Award. And I’m humbled to be listed on the roster of this award’s recipients, which includes local citizens and community servants whom I’ve always greatly admired.”
The banquet also featured a live and silent auction to benefit the Tri-County United Way.
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