LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Commander Richard Begandy upon the occa-
sion of stepping down from his commandership after 12 years of distin-
guished service to VFW Post 7763

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body seeks to acknowledge those individuals
whose professional lives and civic endeavors serve to enhance the stat-
ure of the State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Commander Richard Begandy upon the occasion of stepping down from his
commandership after 12 years of distinguished service to Veterans of
Foreign Wars Sgt. Peter F. Colleran Jr. Post 7763; he will officially
step down on Saturday, June 18, 2016, at the Commander's Dinner and
Installation of new Officers ceremony to be held at VFW Post 7763,
Massapequa Park, New York; and
WHEREAS, For the past 12 years, Commander Richard Begandy rendered
faithful, conscientious and valuable service to VFW Post 7763; and
WHEREAS, During his tenure as Commander of VFW Post 7763, Richard
Begandy served with loyalty, honor and distinction which earned him the
admiration and affection of his comrades; 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 Commander Richard Begandy upon the occasion of stepping down from
his commandership after 12 years of distinguished service to VFW Post
7763; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Richard Begandy.