LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Nicholas J. Beneduce upon the occasion
of his designation for special recognition by New York Families for
Autistic Children on February 26, 2009

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge individuals who have distinguished themselves
through their exemplary careers, accomplishments, and purposeful lives
of service to their community; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Nicholas J. Beneduce upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by New York Families for Autistic Children at its
Dinner/Dance to be held on Thursday, February 26, 2009; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, Nicholas J. Beneduce has been
called upon to contribute his time and talents to countless civic and
charitable endeavors and has always given of himself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, Nicholas J. Beneduce was born on June 4, 1958, in the Browns-
ville section of Brooklyn, New York, to Virginia and John Beneduce; he
attended Public School 62, Junior High School 210 and is a 1975 graduate
of Brooklyn Automotive; and
WHEREAS, In the early 1980s, Nicholas J. Beneduce owned a yellow cab
and worked for Howard Car Service; he went on to eventually purchase the
Lindenwood Car Service Company; and
WHEREAS, In 1984, Nicholas J. Beneduce joined the New York City Trans-
it Authority and within a year was appointed to a union representative
position; in 1987, he was elected to a higher position where he remained
for 18 years; and
WHEREAS, After being disabled, Nicholas J. Beneduce decided to become
reacquainted with his passion, photography; he began by submitting his
photos to a local newspaper, many of which were published; his photo-
graphs capture local neighborhood news and events, school happenings as
well as everyday life; and
WHEREAS, Over the past 10 years, Nicholas J. Beneduce's clientele and
business have consistently expanded; in this capacity, he has been able
to increase his involvement with the community and work very closely
with many local organizations; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his service, a period of
constructive involvement, Nicholas J. Beneduce has stood constant in
dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Hope, and their chil-
dren, Jonathan, Patricia, and Tina, as well as three wonderful grand-
daughters, Rebeccia, Tiffany and Samantha, all of whom feel privileged
to be a part of his life and rejoice in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Nicholas J. Beneduce has displayed
throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Nicholas J. Beneduce upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition by New York Families for Autistic Children; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Nicholas J. Beneduce.