Senate Resolution No. 3348

BY: Senator BRESLIN

HONORING Robert J. Beston upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the 2020 Third Age
Achievement Award for Government 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 Robert J.
Beston upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2020
Third Age Achievement Award for Government by Lifepath, which was
celebrated at its 24th Annual Awards Ceremony on Friday, May 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; Robert J. Beston 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, Born and raised in Watervliet, Robert J. Beston quickly
became well-known in his community; he served for 23 years with the
Watervliet Police Department, and simultaneously owned a body shop that
he operated part-time for almost 18 years; and

WHEREAS, He then, together with his wife, Sandra, managed
Densmore's, a grocery and delicatessen which they ran for many years; it
was during that time Robert developed strong cooking skills which led to
the couple establishing a catering service; in addition, he worked
full-time as a plumber for Siena College; and

WHEREAS, Robert J. Beston's popularity in Watervliet grew over the
years, which led to him being appointed to a vacant seat in the Albany
County Legislature in 2001, which he has been reelected to ever since;
and

WHEREAS, Although Robert J. Beston has worn many uniforms throughout
his career, he may be best known for the apron carefully tied around his
waist as he cooks up his "special sauce"; and

WHEREAS, Robert J. Beston's generosity and culinary skills, as well
as his "special sauce", have brought thousands of people to attend the
many fundraising dinners he has organized over the years to benefit
local non-profits; 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 Robert J. Beston upon the occasion of his designation as recipient
of the 2020 Third Age Achievement Award for Government by Lifepath; and
be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Robert J. Beston.