LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Millard Bennett upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition by the New York State Office for the
Aging on May 10, 2016

WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to
the increasingly active roles they play in today's society; their past
contributions and future participation are a vital part of, and valuable
asset to, the fabric of community life and activity; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Millard
Bennett upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by
the New York State Office for the Aging at its Annual Senior Citizens
Day Celebration on Tuesday, May 10, 2016, at the Hart Theatre Lounge in
The Egg, Albany, New York; and
WHEREAS, Each May, the New York State Office for the Aging pauses to
acknowledge the outstanding contributions made by older citizens during
National Older Americans Month; and
WHEREAS, Members of older generations have helped build and shape our
Nation to be the greatest in the world; they have defended our freedoms
and values to ensure that those who come after them may have better
lives; nowhere in the Nation is the legacy of their efforts more visible
and more a part of the lives of all citizens than here in the State of
New York; and
WHEREAS, This esteemed man has been called upon to contribute his time
and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has always
given of himself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, Millard Bennett was born and raised in Fort Edward, New York;
after graduating from high school he valiantly served his country as a
member of the United States Navy for five years; and
WHEREAS, Upon the completion of his military service, Millard Bennett
attended Adirondack Community College; he went on to receive a Bach-
elor's degree in Biology from SUNY Potsdam before attending graduate
school at SUNY Plattsburgh; and
WHEREAS, An outstanding volunteer who is always willing to lend a
helping hand, Millard Bennett gives of his time and energy to the Warren
Center, formerly known as Westmount, to give back to those who cared for
his beloved wife, Sarah, until her passing in March of 2015; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Millard Bennett has stood constant
in dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his one child and his three
grandchildren, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of his life and
rejoice in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Millard Bennett has displayed
throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, Millard Bennett, a very active and industrious man, has
inspired and enriched the lives of those he serves through his volun-
teerism, generously sharing the wisdom gained over years of experiencing
life to its fullest; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Millard Bennett upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging on May 10, 2016;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Millard Bennett.