Senate Resolution No. 49

BY: Senator GRIFFO

HONORING Robert Bauer Sr. upon the occasion of his
designation as Guest of Honor at the Four Acres
Rockin' for the Vets Benefit on August 13, 2022

WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York,
who have served so valiantly and honorably in wars in which this
country's freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace
in peacetime, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Robert Bauer
Sr. upon the occasion of his designation as Guest of Honor at the Four
Acres Rockin' for the Vets Benefit on Saturday, August 13, 2022, at the
Utica Maennerchor, Marcy, New York; and

WHEREAS, Born on September 13, 1942, Robert Bauer Sr.,
affectionately known as Bob, purchased Four Acres in 1968, and began
renovation plans when he received his draft notice; and

WHEREAS, Robert Bauer Sr. valiantly served his country as a Combat
Infantryman in the United States Army from November 12, 1968 to July 9,
1970; and

WHEREAS, During this time, Robert Bauer Sr. directed the renovations
of Four Acres from 7,000 miles away between combat patrols, mailing home
notes, blueprints and dozens of cassette audio tapes with his plans; and

WHEREAS, For his courageous service during the Vietnam War, Robert
Bauer Sr. was honorably discharged and awarded the National Defense
Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Combat
Infantryman Badge, Army Commendation Medal and the Air Medal; and

WHEREAS, Upon the completion of his military service, Robert Bauer
Sr. resumed operations of Four Acres and turned it into the premier
live music venue in the Mohawk Valley, bringing in renowned national
recording artists including John Cougar Mellencamp, Eddie Money, the
Ramones, Nick Gilder, and Head East, as well as local favorites such as
Todd Hobin, Paul Coleman, Tommy Acee, Preacher, Beckin, Keel the Puppet,
Alecstar, the Dust Devil Band, Justice McBride and many more; and

WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to his
community, Robert Bauer Sr. has given generously to countless local
charities, including Operation Sunshine, March of Dimes, the Salvation
Army, Muscular Dystrophy, and Whitesboro Athletic Fields; and

WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage
with which these men and women served their country, and must recognize
that no greater debt is owed than that owed to those who risked their
lives for their beloved Nation; and

WHEREAS, Having exhibited his patriotism both at home and abroad,
Robert Bauer Sr. demonstrated his love for his country and merits
forevermore the highest respect of his State and Nation; and

WHEREAS, Our Nation's veterans deserve to be recognized, commended
and thanked by the people of the State of New York for their service and
for their dedication to their communities, their State and their Nation;
now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Robert Bauer Sr. upon the occasion of his designation as Guest of
Honor at the Four Acres Rockin' for the Vets Benefit on August 13, 2022;
and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Robert Bauer Sr.