New York Senate Bill J01064

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 5/19/25
• Refer: 5/19/25
• Report Pass: 5/28/25
• Passed: 5/28/25

Caption

Honoring David J. Balestrini upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Volunteer of the Year Award at the 7th Annual Lake Placid Community Day celebration on June 1, 2025

Summary

This resolution is a ceremonial measure honoring David J. Balestrini of Lake Placid upon his selection as the Volunteer of the Year Award recipient at the 7th Annual Lake Placid Community Day celebration on June 1, 2025. The resolution recounts his long record of community service, including his role as a founding member and leader in local Cub Scout and Boy Scout programs, his dental work providing free or low-cost care to children and seniors, and his military service in the U.S. Navy Dental Corps during Operation Desert Storm and Desert Shield. The resolution also highlights his broader civic involvement through organizations such as the Lake Placid Lions Club, American Legion Post 326, the Lake Placid Outing Club, and support for local cultural, athletic, and charitable groups. It is framed as a formal legislative expression of appreciation and does not create new programs, rights, or obligations.

Impact

This resolution has no substantive effect on state law, regulations, or public programs. It is a commemorative action by the Senate that formally recognizes an individual and directs that the resolution be transmitted to him. The only practical impact is symbolic, reflecting legislative acknowledgment of community volunteerism and local civic contributions.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the bill is wholly positive and celebratory. The resolution presents David J. Balestrini as an exemplary community member whose volunteerism, professional service, and military background merit public recognition. There is no recorded opposition, committee controversy, or vote history indicating disagreement.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available record. Because the measure is a nonbinding honorary resolution, it does not appear to raise policy disputes, fiscal concerns, or legal questions. The only substantive focus is on praising the honoree’s service to Lake Placid and the surrounding community.