Senate Resolution No. 1967

BY: Senator LARKIN

honoring Peggy Bennett upon the occasion of her
designation for special recognition by the New York
State Office for the Aging on May 9, 2017

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 Peggy
Bennett upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by
the New York State Office for the Aging at its Annual Older New Yorkers
Day Celebration on Tuesday, May 9, 2017, 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, Born in Brooklyn, New York, Peggy Bennett was the second
oldest of 16 children; in 1946, she moved to Newburgh, New York and
began her career as a legal secretary; in this capacity, she served as
President of her local chapter of the National Association of Legal
Secretaries; and

WHEREAS, Currently, Peggy Bennett holds a position in the Records
Department of the Town of Newburgh Police; and

WHEREAS, This esteemed woman has been called upon to contribute her
time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has
always given of herself unstintingly; and

WHEREAS, Dedicated to her community, Peggy Bennett is an active
volunteer for numerous organizations including the Retired and Senior
Volunteer Program, Orange County Senior Advisory Council, Disaster
Preparedness and TNT Tappers Entertainment; in addition, she delivers
meals to the homebound and assists them with their tax return
preparation; and

WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Peggy Bennett has stood constant in
dignity, good grace and humor; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Peggy Bennett has displayed
throughout her life; and


WHEREAS, Peggy Bennett, a very active and industrious woman, has
inspired and enriched the lives of those she serves through her
volunteerism, 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 Peggy Bennett upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by the New York State Office for the Aging on May 9, 2017;
and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Peggy Bennett.