2009-J3829
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Robert Hauck upon the occasion of his
induction into the Bishop Kearney High School Hall of Fame on March 5,
2010
WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge individuals of remarkable integrity and character
who have inspired and brought pride to our majestic Empire State with
their strong contributions to the community and model citizenship; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Robert Hauck upon the occasion of his induction into the Bishop Kearney
High School Hall of Fame at a Dinner Dance to be held on Friday, March
5, 2010, at Sirico's Caterers, Brooklyn, New York; and
WHEREAS, Born in Brooklyn, New York, Robert Hauck was raised in Park
Slope, New York, and attended St. Saviour Elementary School; and
WHEREAS, An avid athlete, Robert Hauck competed in swimming and diving
through the AAU, the Prospect Park YMCA and the CYO, going on to swim
for St. Francis Prep and Stony Brook University; and
WHEREAS, Today, Robert Hauck manages the family's plumbing business,
which supplies pro bono services to Bishop Kearney, Bishop Ford, St.
Anselm and many other parishes throughout the diocese; additionally, he
administers a local real estate company, providing affordable housing to
community residents; and
WHEREAS, Despite his busy professional life, Robert Hauck 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, Robert Hauck volunteers as Chair of the St. Anselm Youth
Activity swim program, where he coordinates the practices and meets of
both the boys' and girls' teams; he is also a member of the parish
Pastoral Council and is on the church history committee; he also serves
as a lector at both St. Anselm and Blessed Trinity parishes; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Robert Hauck is the Chairperson of Plant Oper-
ations for the Board of Trustees of Bishop Kearney High School; in this
capacity, he is responsible for the building management and maintenance
for the school; other organizations, where he is active, include Xavier
High School, Alumni Parent's Group Guild, Bay Ridge Cathedral Club and
the Coney Island Polar Bear Club; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, in Breezy Point, Robert Hauck serves on the
Co-Op Sewer Project Committee, and as a Surf Camp Instructor; he also
assists at the Big Fish Contest, and in judging the Sand Sculpture and
Art Shows; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Robert Hauck has stood constant in
dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Margot, and their
children, Alexandra, Victoria, Michael and David, all of whom feel priv-
ileged 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 Robert Hauck has displayed through-
out 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
honor Robert Hauck upon the occasion of his induction into the Bishop
Kearney High School Hall of Fame on March 5, 2010; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Robert Hauck.