BILL NUMBER: S8355A
SPONSOR: COONEY
 
TITLE OF BILL:
An act to amend the highway law, in relation to dedicating a portion of
the state highway system to Fire Chief Robert Bornt
 
PURPOSE::
Dedicating a portion of the state highway system in the Town of Peters-
burg, County of Rensselaer, the bridge located on state route two,
designated as bridge number 1000250 shall be dedicated to "Fire Chief
Robert Bornt"
 
SUMMARY OF PROVISIONS::
The Commissioner of Transportation shall provide for the installation
and maintenance of adequate signing of the state highway system as
designated pursuant to Section One of this act. However, to avoid
confusion and to limit any possible disruption of commerce, the desig-
nation called for pursuant to section one of this act shall be one of
the ceremonial natural and the official name of such highway shall not
be changed as a result of this act.
 
EXISTING LAW::
None
 
JUSTIFICATION::
Highway Maintenance Supervisor 1 Robert Bornt sustained catastrophic
injuries related to a work zone intrusion and tragically passed away on
Friday, May 30, 2025. This dedication will honor his legacy with a
daily reminder to all who travel over the bridge of the profound impact
one individual can have through selfless service. In addition to over 20
years of public service with NYSDOT, Mr. Bornt was the current Hoosick
Falls Fire Chief at the time of his passing.
 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY::
New bill
 
FISCAL IMPLICATION::
None
 
LOCAL FISCAL IMPLICATIONS::
None
 
EFFECTIVE DATE::
Effective immediately