GOVERNOR PATERSON ANNOUNCES UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION APPOINTMENT

Governor David A. Paterson today announced the appointment of Robert Abrams to the United Nations Development Corporation.

Robert Abrams served as New York State Attorney General from 1979 to 1993. Prior to becoming Attorney General, Mr. Abrams served as Bronx Borough President from 1970 until 1979. He began his career in public service as a New York State Assemblyman from the Bronx in 1966, a position he held until 1969. Mr. Abrams is currently a partner at Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP. Among Mr. Abrams’ many pro bono efforts, he serves as President of the Citizens Union Foundation, Director on the Committee for Modern Courts and the Fund for the City of New York.

Mr. Abrams received his A.B. from Columbia College and his L.L.B. from New York University School of Law.

“I am pleased to appoint one of New York’s most distinguished citizens, Robert Abrams, to be a member of the United Nations Development Corporation,” said Governor Paterson. “Bob Abrams has provided outstanding service to the people of New York during his four terms as Attorney General and as a State Assemblyman. He will bring tremendous experience and integrity to the deliberations of the United Nations Development Corporation.”

Robert Abrams said: “I am honored to have the confidence of Governor Paterson. I look forward to assisting the United Nations as it continues to serve the world community from its special home in New York.”

The United Nations Development Corporation (UNDC) was created in 1968 as a public benefit corporation to develop offices and residential facilities for United Nations personnel and related organizations. The UNDC has developed and operated approximately 1.8 million square feet of space, helping to secure the United Nations’ long-term presence in New York City. UNDC is governed by a 15 member board of directors of which eight are appointed by the Governor of New York and seven are appointed by the Mayor of the City of New York.

This appointment is unpaid and does not require Senate confirmation.