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J1170Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Mark Kiess’s Service

Official title

“Honoring ex-Chief Mark Kiess for special recognition after 36 years of dedicated service to the Manhasset Lakeville Fire Department”

Sponsor Elaine PhillipsSD-7
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors ex-Chief Mark Kiess for 36 years of dedicated service to the Manhasset Lakeville Fire Department.

Why it matters

  1. Recognizes decades-long commitment to public safety. The resolution spotlights Mark Kiess’s 36 years of service, emphasizing how sustained volunteer leadership strengthens local emergency response and community resilience.

  2. Highlights the breadth of volunteer roles. By detailing Kiess’s progression through multiple leadership positions and committee roles, the resolution demonstrates the diverse skills and dedication required to maintain effective fire department operations.

  3. Underscores the sacrifices made by volunteer firefighters. The text draws attention to the personal sacrifices and tireless community service of volunteers, reinforcing public appreciation and awareness of the demands placed on those who serve without compensation.

  4. Promotes community values and civic engagement. By honoring a long-serving volunteer, the resolution encourages others in the community to value and possibly participate in local service, supporting the continuity and vitality of essential public safety institutions.

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Honor Mark Kiess’s Service

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Elaine Phillips

Senator · Senate District 7

Chair, EthicsChair, Ethics And Internal GovernanceChair, Ethics And Internal Governance CommitteeChair, Infrastructure And Capital Investment

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. 1170 BY: Senator PHILLIPS HONORING ex-Chief Mark Kiess upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 36 years of dedicated service to the Manhasset Lakeville Fire Department WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1170 BY: Senator PHILLIPS HONORING ex-Chief Mark Kiess upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 36 years of dedicated service to the Manhasset Lakeville Fire Department WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and Nation are inspired by and indebted to our noble volunteer firefighters who exhibit courage and bravery every day in the course of their duties; and WHEREAS, Volunteer firefighters exemplify the power of human compassion and the strength of the American spirit through actions of the most heroic magnitude; their sacrifices and their selfless dedication merit tribute and recognition by all citizens of this great country; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor ex-Chief Mark Kiess upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 36 years of dedicated service to the Manhasset Lakeville Fire Department, to be celebrated at its Annual Installation Dinner on Saturday, April 8, 2017, at The Inn at New Hyde Park; and WHEREAS, Mark Kiess joined the Manhasset Lakeville Fire Department on February 9, 1981; throughout his 36 years of service, he held several positions within the Department including: Company Sergeant at Arms, 2nd Lieutenant, 1st Lieutenant, Captain, Deputy Chief and Chief of Department; and WHEREAS, In addition he served as a member of the Company No. 1 House Committee, the Truck and Building Committee and the Pump and Drive Committee; and WHEREAS, Firefighters unwaveringly serve our great State with pride, valor, and integrity; these respected volunteers are often the first to respond to an emergency, whether the emergency is a fire, transportation accident, natural disaster, act of terrorism, medical crisis, or spill of hazardous materials; and WHEREAS, It takes a special dedication, a strong desire to help others and a tireless sense of community to forsake precious time with family and friends to respond to the signal that a neighbor is in need; Mark Kiess is such a firefighter; throughout 36 years of devoted service, this volunteer heroically performed, above and beyond the call of duty, those responsibilities which define the task of fire protection; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor ex-Chief Mark Kiess upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 36 years of dedicated service to the Manhasset Lakeville Fire Department; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to ex-Chief Mark Kiess.

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