Senate Resolution No. 149

BY: Senator BRESLIN

HONORING Angelo Mazzone upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the Community Laureate
Award by The University at Albany Foundation on
October 27, 2016

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize the
achievements of those individuals and businesses which substantially
contribute to the economic vitality of their communities and the entire
Empire State; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Angelo Mazzone upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the
Community Laureate Award by The University at Albany Foundation, to be
celebrated at its 37th Annual Awards Dinner on Thursday, October 27,
2016, at SEFCU Arena, Albany, New York; and

WHEREAS, Since its inception in 1977, this auspicious occasion has
helped to strengthen the ties between the academic and business
community; for 36 years, the University at Albany Foundation's Citizen
Laureate Awards have honored outstanding leaders in business and
industry, government and academics for their singular accomplishments;
and

WHEREAS, Each of the remarkable Laureates have enriched their
community in distinctive ways - economically, scientifically,
culturally, intellectually, and socially - their efforts are helping to
transform the Capital Region; and

WHEREAS, Angelo Mazzone, renowned restaurateur and owner of Mazzone
Hospitality, is receiving this prestigious award for his notable
contributions to the Capital Region and beyond; and

WHEREAS, Angelo Mazzone has nurtured his company Mazzone Hospitality
into a local culinary empire, delivering expert and unique catering
experiences, fine dining restaurants and a company founded on the
philosophy of customer service; and

WHEREAS, A Long Island native who worked from age 10 at this
grandfather's bakery and pizza restaurant, Angelo Mazzone began his
empire at a small downtown Schenectady restaurant called Peggy's in
1980; and

WHEREAS, Through the years Angelo Mazzone built his business and
secured the purchase of Glen Sanders Mansion in Scotia in 1988; today,
under his luminous leadership, the Mazzone Hospitality Restaurant
Division runs six restaurants from Albany to Saratoga, and includes
catering, event and PRIME business dining divisions, the latter offering
cafeteria-style dining within Capital Region corporate offices, with
meals designed by great chefs; and

WHEREAS, Inspired by his family's strong Italian traditions, Angelo
Mazzone has never lost sight of contributing to his community; he

generously supports the Culinary and Hospitality Program at Schenectady
County Community College, The American Heart Association, The American
Cancer Association, SPAC, Proctors Theatre and the Palace Theater; and

WHEREAS, The University at Albany Foundation recognizes and
appreciates Angelo Mazzone's brilliant leadership, vision and commitment
to quality, as well as his significant role in transforming the local
culinary experience; 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 Angelo Mazzone upon the occasion of his designation as recipient
of the Community Laureate Award by The University at Albany Foundation
on October 27, 2016; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Angelo Mazzone.