Honor Jana Behe Award

Senate Resolution No. 1573 BY: Senator BRESLIN HONORING Jana Behe upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Capital District YMCA President's Award on May 4, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the quality and character of life in the communities across New York State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organizations and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its citizenry; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Jana Behe upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Capital District YMCA President's Award to be celebrated on Thursday,

May 4, 2017, at the Albany Marriott, Albany, New York; and WHEREAS, Jana Behe is being recognized with this auspicious award for displaying a deep commitment to strengthening the community and for sharing the YMCA's passion for helping those in need in every community of the Capital District; and WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to her community, Jana Behe has volunteered with the Albany branch of the Capital District YMCA for several years; and WHEREAS, Jana Behe currently chairs the Albany Branch Advisory Council, which provides input and direction with regard to the effective operation of the branch in service to its constituents and pursuit of the Association's goals and priorities; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, Jana Behe is a staunch supporter of the YMCA's efforts to help teens through its Black & Latino Achievers and the Youth & Government programs; and WHEREAS, In her capacity as general counsel and chief contracting officer for New York State Technology Enterprise Corporation (NYSTEC), Jana Behe provides engineering, technology and management consulting services to various agencies throughout New York State and New York City; and WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her community service, a period of constructive involvement, Jana Behe 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 Jana Behe has displayed over the years; she has exhibited the true spirit of this esteemed award through her tireless dedication to the YMCA and her community; and WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to Jana Behe, that future generations may know and appreciate her admirable character, her many benevolent deeds, and the respect and esteem in which she is held by her peers; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Jana Behe upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Capital District YMCA President's Award on May 4, 2017; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Jana Behe.