LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Carl Bloomberg upon the occasion of
receiving the Dr. Morton Berger Memorial Award from The Maimonides
Hebrew Day School on May 24, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities across New York State
are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those individ-
uals who devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its citi-
zenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Carl
Bloomberg upon the occasion of receiving the Dr. Morton Berger Memorial
Award from The Maimonides Hebrew Day School at its 30th Anniversary
celebration to be held on May 24, 2010, at CBAJ, Albany, New York; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, Carl Bloomberg has continually
demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence, and dili-
gent leadership in his unwavering service to both his community and
profession; and
WHEREAS, Born and raised in Swampscott, Massachusetts, Carl Bloomberg
came to Albany, New York, in 1962, after graduating from Yale Universi-
ty; and
WHEREAS, Carl Bloomberg first worked at the National Commercial Bank
and IBM; later on in life he switched careers and worked in the indus-
trial food service and catering industry; a successful entrepreneur, in
1990, he purchased Capitol Staple, continuing the daily challenge of
operating a small business; and
WHEREAS, Despite his busy professional life, Carl Bloomberg 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, Carl Bloomberg's active involvement in his community first
began with the Jewish Federation of Greater Albany, where he has served
several times as Campaign Chair for its annual drive; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Carl Bloomberg sits on several Boards, including
the Federation's Endowment Fund and Daughters of Sarah; in the past, he
has volunteered his services to the Albany JCC and Senior Services of
Albany; he was also the first President of Albany Meals on Wheels, help-
ing guide it through its early years; and
WHEREAS, A man of great faith, Carl Bloomberg is a devoted member of
Congregation Beth Emeth; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been: Mimi Netter, for the past 12
years; his daughter, Jill and her husband, Paul; and his son, Jon, as
well as his granddaughters, Samantha and Tessa, all of whom feel privi-
leged 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 Carl Bloomberg has displayed
throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a
long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned the
recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Carl Bloomberg upon the occasion of receiving the Dr. Morton
Berger Memorial Award from the Maimonides Hebrew Day School on May 24,
2010; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Carl Bloomberg.