Senate Resolution No. 3346

BY: Senator BRESLIN

HONORING Jeff Weiss upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the 2020 Third Age
Achievement Award for Volunteerism by LifePath

WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of
certain extraordinary individuals it wishes to recognize for their
valued contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly
acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among
us all; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Jeff Weiss
upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Third Age
Achievement Award for Volunteerism by LifePath which was celebrated at
its 24th Annual Awards Ceremony on Friday, September 25, 2020; and

WHEREAS, Each year, this auspicious event recognizes the
contributions area residents and professionals have made in their
communities during the Third Age, after turning 60 years-old, of their
lives; Jeff Weiss is truly deserving of this prestigious award; and

WHEREAS, LifePath is dedicated to keeping older neighbors and
friends healthy and safe by providing effective programs and support to
help them stay connected to their communities; and

WHEREAS, Jeff Weiss is a pillar in his community; currently, he is
the owner and CEO of Glennpeter Jewelers, which he took over from his
father who had opened the store in 1950; and

WHEREAS, In addition to his successful career as a businessman, Jeff
Weiss is a well-known volunteer in the Capital District; he has been a
mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters for more than 30 years; serves on
numerous boards of directors including the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society,
Maria College, and the Committee for the Holocaust Memorial; and is an
advisor to Eyes Wide Open, an organization to end human trafficking; and

WHEREAS, Service to community and country is the foundation of our
society, and the contributions and future efforts of those in service to
them are a vital part of, and valuable asset to, the fabric of our
communities; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when
individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our
attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens
of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Jeff Weiss upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of
the 2020 Third Age Achievement Award for Volunteerism by LifePath; and
be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Jeff Weiss.