Robert K. Sweeney

Robert K. "Bob" Sweeney (born May 29, 1949)[1] is a retired New York Assemblyman first elected in 1988 to represent the 11th district, which includes Lindenhurst, Copiague, Amityville, Wyandanch, and West Babylon. He is a Democrat.

Robert K. Sweeney
Member of the New York State Assembly from the 11th district
In office 1988–2014
Preceded by	Patrick G. Halpin
Succeeded by	Kimberly Jean-Pierre
Personal details
Born	May 29, 1949 Babylon, New York
Political party	Democratic
Residence	Lindenhurst, New York
Alma mater	Adelphi University C.W. Post Campus-LIU
Occupation	former Lindenhurst Village Clerk
Website	Official website

Sweeney is a lifetime resident of the district he represents and attended public schools in Lindenhurst. He earned a bachelor's degree from Adelphi University and a Master of Public Administration from the C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University. He served as the Lindenhurst Village Clerk[2] from 1973 to 1988.[1]

Sweeney was elected to the New York State Assembly in a March 1988 special election.[2] He replaced Patrick G. Halpin, who was elected Suffolk County Executive in November 1987. He retired in 2014 and was succeeded by Kimberly Jean Pierre.

References

1. "Assembly Member Robert K. 'Bob' Sweeney (NY)". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved March 6, 2011.
2. "Robert K. Sweeney: Biography". New York State Assembly. Retrieved March 6, 2011.

External links

• New York State Assembly Member Website