Honor Devin Brust Award

Senate Resolution No. 5170 BY: Senator BONACIC HONORING Devin Brust upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of a Young Professionals Award by the Sullivan County Democrat WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to those young adults within the great Empire State who have made strong contributions to their communities and who serve as role models for their peers; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Devin Brust upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of a Young Professionals Award by the Sullivan County Democrat; and WHEREAS, Devin Brust was selected for this esteemed honor in recognition of his hard work, ambition, and creativity, as well as for his profound impact in and around the community of Sullivan County; and WHEREAS, At the young age of five, Devin Brust and his family moved to Bethel, New York; ever since, he has been an active and important part of his community; and WHEREAS, Upon graduating from high school, Devin Brust studied hospitality and criminal justice at a university in Las Vegas; after a few semesters, he returned to his hometown and worked as a correction officer; and WHEREAS, Devin Brust successfully completed training at the police academy and became a police officer for the Village of Liberty, New York; in this capacity, he is involved with the D.A.R.E., a school-based program which is meant to provide young students with invaluable tools to be successful citizens; and WHEREAS, Currently, Devin Brust teaches the D.A.R.E. curriculum to fifth graders from Liberty Central School District, where he also serves as the school resource officer; Devin is always willing to listen to the students and gives them the tools to make positive life choices; and WHEREAS, Devin Brust shows the students how to manage their social media accounts safely and explains the impact harmful habits can have on their lives, families and friends; and WHEREAS, In addition to his work as a public servant, Devin Brust works alongside his family managing the Bethel Market Cafe, which they purchased nearly two years ago; and WHEREAS, When he has some rare free time, Devin Brust enjoys spending time with his family, exploring the outdoors on his ATV, and rooting for his favorite New York teams, the Giants and the Knicks; and WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, and their two children, all of whom have shown him love and support and rejoice in his many achievements; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to excellence 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 Devin Brust upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of a Young Professionals Award by the Sullivan County Democrat; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Devin Brust.