Senate Resolution No. 1438

BY: Senator BRESLIN

HONORING Paul Vandenburgh upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Third Age Achievement Award for Business and Communication by the Senior Services of Albany

WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of certain extraordinary individuals it wishes to recognize for their valued contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among us all; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Paul Vandenburgh upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Third Age Achievement Award for Business and Communication by the Senior Services of Albany, to be celebrated at its 23rd Annual Awards Luncheon on Friday, May 10, 2019, at Wolferts Roost Country Club in Albany, New York; and

WHEREAS, Each year, this auspicious event recognizes the contributions area residents and professionals have made in their communities during the Third Age of their lives; Paul Vandenburgh is truly deserving of this prestigious award; and

WHEREAS, Paul Vandenburgh was born in Troy, New York, where he attended Lansingburgh High School; after graduating from Siena College, he began his 30-year career in the radio industry with Talk Radio 1300 WQBK AM in 1986; he then went to 590 WROW, and continued his career hosting local radio at WQBK, WGY, and WROW; and

WHEREAS, In November of 2007, Paul Vandenburgh and an investment group purchased WGDJ, The Talk; currently, he serves as General Manager and is the morning show host on 1300 AM and 98.7 FM from 5:30 to 10 a.m. during the week, and 6 to 8 a.m. on Saturday; and

WHEREAS, In addition to these roles, Paul Vandenburgh holds the title of President of Capital Broadcasting Inc.; and

WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife of 31 years, Karlene, their three children, and their five grandchildren, all of whom have shown him love and support and rejoice in his many achievements; 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 Paul Vandenburgh upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Third Age Achievement Award for Business and Communication by the Senior Services of Albany; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Paul Vandenburgh.