LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Roy Drogatta, Esq. upon the occasion of
his designation for special recognition by the Brookhaven Chapter of
UNICO National

WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energies and serve the
best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration and
cannot be sufficiently extolled; and
WHEREAS, Roy Drogatta, Esq. has given not only of his time and ener-
gies but also of his competence, intelligence and leadership and conse-
quently has been designated for special honor; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Roy Drogatta,
Esq. upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the
Brookhaven Chapter of UNICO National, to be celebrated on Thursday,
April 7, 2011, at the Meadow Club in Port Jefferson Station, New York;
and
WHEREAS, Son of Frank and Agatina Drogatta, Roy Drogatta was born in
Brooklyn, New York on October 1, 1935; and
WHEREAS, In 1957, Roy Drogatta received his Bachelor of Arts degree
from St. John's University, Brooklyn, followed by a law degree from New
York Law School in 1959, and was admitted to the New York State Bar in
1965; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his illustrious career, Roy Drogatta has worked
with a busy law practice, has served as Deputy Commissioner of Consumer
Affairs for the County of Suffolk, then as Assistant County Attorney,
and finally as the Deputy County Attorney at the Suffolk County Depart-
ment of Law, from which he retired in 2001; and
WHEREAS, Despite a demanding work life, Roy Drogatta has been called
upon to contribute his time and talents to countless civic and charita-
ble endeavors and has always given of himself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, After moving to East Setauket in 1968, Roy Drogatta imme-
diately became involved in community affairs; he organized the East
Setauket Community Association and served as its first President; and
WHEREAS, Roy Drogatta continued with his community activities becoming
involved in the Lion's Club where he served as Treasurer, Secretary,
Vice President, and President; he was also a member of the Boy Scouts of
America where he had the opportunity to be the organizer and the advisor
to Law Explorer Post No. 286; furthermore, he was both a member and
Chairman of the Advisory Board of Maryhaven School for Exceptional Chil-
dren; and
WHEREAS, Sparked from his interest in groups that service the communi-
ty, Roy Drogatta decided to form and organize the Brookhaven Chapter of
UNICO National, an Italian-American organization whose mission is to be
of service to the community, to promote Italian heritage and culture,
and to encourage interest in public welfare; and
WHEREAS, As a result of Roy Drogatta's tireless efforts to establish
the Brookhaven Chapter of UNICO, countless other charitable organiza-
tions in the community have benefited from its generous support; and
WHEREAS, Roy Drogatta has been the recipient of many awards and acco-
lades; he was awarded UNICAN of the year in 1971 and 1976 and voted
Outstanding District Governor in the Nation in 1982; and
WHEREAS, Appearing in the biographical "Who's Who in America" in
FINANCE AND INDUSTRY, 21ST EDITION, Roy Drogatta was the Organizer and
first President of Three Village Chamber of Commerce, Inc. and received
the Village Times Award for Business Achievement; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Roy Drogatta has stood constant in
dignity, good grace and humor; and

WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his loving wife of 45 years,
Judith Ann, their four children, Roy Francis, Christine Ann, Elizabeth,
and Donna Lynn, and their spouses, as well as their six grandchildren,
Alyssa, Alexandria, Ryan, Danielle, Joseph, and Juliet, all of whom feel
privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and
sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their
profession, 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 Roy Drogatta, Esq. upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition by the Brookhaven Chapter of UNICO National; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Roy Drogatta, Esq.