Senate Resolution No. 2326

BY: Senator BRESLIN

HONORING Frank Venezia upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the Lifetime Achievement
Award by the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce on April
28, 2022

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that
the quality and character of life in the communities across New York
State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those
organizations and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare
of the community and its citizenry; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Frank Venezia upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the
Lifetime Achievement Award by the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce to be
celebrated at its 35th Annual Awards Dinner on Thursday, April 28, 2022,
at Altamont Vineyard, Altamont, New York; and

WHEREAS, The unity of our State and Nation is built upon the
compassion of individuals such as Frank Venezia who uphold the values of
community life and who, through their great actions, epitomize the best
of humanity; and

WHEREAS, Frank Venezia retired as a Director of Marvin and Company
in 2017; he is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public
Accountants and the New York State Society of Certified Public
Accountants; and

WHEREAS, Furthermore, he is currently an adjunct professor at SUNY
Albany and the College of Saint Rose; and

WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to his
community, Frank Venezia served as a longtime member of the Board of
Directors of the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce; he also served as the
chair of the Town of Bethlehem's Industrial Development Agency; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Frank Venezia has displayed
throughout his life; and

WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body
to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their
commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent
of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to
Frank Venezia, that future generations may know and appreciate his
admirable character, his many benevolent deeds, and the respect and
esteem in which he is held by his peers; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Frank Venezia upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of
the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce on
April 28, 2022; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Frank Venezia.