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J1084Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Linda Smith’s Service

Official title

“Honoring Linda Smith upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Dedicated Service Award by the City of Tonawanda Fire Department”

Sponsor Chris JacobsSD-60
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors Linda Smith for receiving the Dedicated Service Award from the City of Tonawanda Fire Department.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the critical role of volunteers. By honoring Linda Smith, the resolution underscores how fire departments rely not just on firefighters, but also on dedicated volunteers who support vital operations, fundraising, and community programs.

  2. Emphasizes community involvement beyond emergency response. Linda Smith’s work with the Rehab Squad, Explorer Post, and blood drives shows that fire department service extends to mentoring youth and organizing important community health initiatives.

  3. Sets a standard for civic engagement. Recognizing Linda Smith’s sustained commitment and positive qualities like dignity and humor creates an example for others, encouraging more people to contribute to their communities in meaningful ways.

  4. Preserves local history and values. The resolution ensures Linda Smith’s impact is officially recorded, reflecting the community’s appreciation for service and reinforcing the value of public recognition for dedicated citizens.

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Honor Linda Smith’s Service

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Chris Jacobs

Senator · Senate District 60

No co-sponsors yet.

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 1084 BY: Senator JACOBS HONORING Linda Smith upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Dedicated Service Award by the City of Tonawanda Fire Department WHEREAS, The firefighters of New York State are renowned throughout… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1084 BY: Senator JACOBS HONORING Linda Smith upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Dedicated Service Award by the City of Tonawanda Fire Department WHEREAS, The firefighters of New York State are renowned throughout the Nation; their reputation is synonymous with excellence in the arduous field of fire protection and prevention; and WHEREAS, Our firefighters are greatly supported by the service of dedicated individuals who volunteer their time and energies to the efficient operation of their fire departments; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Linda Smith upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Dedicated Service Award by the City of Tonawanda Fire Department, celebrated at its Annual Appreciation and Awards Banquet on March 11, 2017, at the Niawanda Park Pavilion, Tonawanda, New York; and WHEREAS, Linda Smith has been called upon to contribute her time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has always given of herself unstintingly; and WHEREAS, A member of the City of Tonawanda Fire Department's Rehab Squad, Linda Smith also assists the Explorer Post as an advisor and helper; she has spent countless hours at the fire house and has been instrumental in the success of the Department's banquet and blood drives, most notably the Red-for-Jed blood drive; and WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her community service, a period of constructive involvement, Linda Smith has stood constant in dignity, good grace and humor; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Linda Smith has displayed throughout her life; and WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to Linda Smith, that future generations may know and appreciate her admirable character, her many benevolent deeds, and the respect and esteem in which she is held by her peers; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Linda Smith upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Dedicated Service Award by the City of Tonawanda Fire Department; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Linda Smith.

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