LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Robert A. Lewis upon the occasion of his
retirement as Executive Director of the Broadway Theater League of
Utica, after 17 years of distinguished service

WHEREAS, The arts, in whatever form depicted, are central to human
expression; they are truly a universal language and their contribution
to the development of friendship and understanding among all peoples
cannot be underestimated; and
WHEREAS, The history, the heritage, and the lives of the people of all
countries and all cultures are portrayed in their music and dance; the
art and act of sharing them enriches us altogether; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to call attention
to individuals and organizations that devote their time and energies to
bringing entertainment and cultural enrichment to the citizens of the
great State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Robert A. Lewis upon the occasion of his retirement as Executive Direc-
tor of the Broadway Theater League of Utica; and
WHEREAS, A native of Utica, New York, Robert A. Lewis has left a last-
ing legacy on the region; he was active as a broadcaster and actor in
local theater for many years and served as the Executive Director of the
Broadway Theater League of Utica for 17 years; and
WHEREAS, Robert A. Lewis has made numerous contacts with the Broadway
community in New York City, as well as other presenters across the coun-
try and was able to bring the highest quality shows to the region; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Robert A. Lewis served the Broadway
Theater League of Utica with intelligence and caring dedication, contin-
uously striving to effectively fulfill the duties of his position; and
WHEREAS, Sincerely loved and greatly respected by all those with whom
he worked, Robert A. Lewis will be remembered for his honesty, integri-
ty, keen sense of duty and ability to show a unique grasp of human prob-
lems in his official acts; 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; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is pleased to have this opportunity to
express its highest admiration for Robert A. Lewis 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 Robert A. Lewis upon the occasion of his retirement as Executive
Director of the Broadway Theater of Utica; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Robert A. Lewis.