Get to know Sam Roberts
Sam grew up on the east side of Syracuse and during his life as a resident of Central New York, has garnered a solid reputation for commitment to community activism and public service.A proud 35-year member of the United Auto Workers union, Sam is a retiree of General Motors where he worked as a journeyman tool and die maker for 30 years, and was elected as Recording Secretary of UAW Local Union #465 and Chair of Local Union #854’s Education and Civil Rights Committees.
Staying committed to the people, Sam dually served as Onondaga County Legislator while still holding employment at General Motors. For five terms he represented Onondaga County’s 19th Legislative District, supporting legislation important to his constituents.
Highly skilled in Labor Relations, he has earned certificates in Labor Studies from Cornell University, and associates degrees from Onondaga Community College.
Sam’s dedication also transcends into the discipline of Martial Arts where he holds a 6th Degree Black Belt in American Shotokan Karate, ranked No. 1 in New York and New Jersey, top 10 in the United States and Canada, and was the winner of the World Championships prior to retirement from competition.