Senate Resolution No. 1438

BY: Senator BRESLIN

HONORING Paul Vandenburgh upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the Third Age
Achievement Award for Business and Communication by
the Senior Services of Albany

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, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Paul Vandenburgh upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of
the Third Age Achievement Award for Business and Communication by the
Senior Services of Albany, to be celebrated at its 23rd Annual Awards
Luncheon on Friday, May 10, 2019, at Wolferts Roost Country Club in
Albany, New York; and

WHEREAS, Each year, this auspicious event recognizes the
contributions area residents and professionals have made in their
communities during the Third Age of their lives; Paul Vandenburgh is
truly deserving of this prestigious award; and

WHEREAS, Paul Vandenburgh was born in Troy, New York, where he
attended Lansingburgh High School; after graduating from Siena College,
he began his 30-year career in the radio industry with Talk Radio 1300
WQBK AM in 1986; he then went to 590 WROW, and continued his career
hosting local radio at WQBK, WGY, and WROW; and

WHEREAS, In November of 2007, Paul Vandenburgh and an investment
group purchased WGDJ, The Talk; currently, he serves as General Manager
and is the morning show host on 1300 AM and 98.7 FM from 5:30 to 10 a.m.
during the week, and 6 to 8 a.m. on Saturday; and

WHEREAS, In addition to these roles, Paul Vandenburgh holds the
title of President of Capital Broadcasting Inc.; and

WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife of 31 years,
Karlene, their three children, and their five grandchildren, all of whom
have shown him love and support and rejoice in his many 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 Paul Vandenburgh upon the occasion of his designation as recipient
of the Third Age Achievement Award for Business and Communication by the
Senior Services of Albany; and be it further


RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Paul Vandenburgh.