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This resolution congratulates the Good Will Volunteer Fire Department and honors 11 firefighters at their Annual Installation Dinner.
Why it matters
Highlights the long-term dedication of community volunteers. some honorees have committed up to 60 years of service, illustrating the deep personal sacrifice and loyalty that sustains vital public safety institutions over decades.
Underscores the broad scope of volunteer firefighters’ responsibilities. recognizing that these individuals aren’t just fighting fires, but also responding to accidents, disasters, medical crises, and hazardous material incidents, emphasizing their all-around importance to community safety.
Publicly acknowledges personal sacrifice for the greater good. the resolution draws attention to the time and energy these volunteers give up with loved ones to serve their neighbors, reinforcing the value society places on selflessness and civic duty.
Sets a standard of recognition and appreciation. by officially honoring these individuals in a legislative context, the resolution encourages continued volunteerism and community involvement, and may motivate others to follow in their footsteps.
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Honor Volunteer Firefighters Service
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1 Co-sponsor
History
- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
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Senate Resolution No. 1184 BY: Senator LARKIN CONGRATULATING the Good Will Volunteer Fire Department upon the occasion of its Annual Installation Dinner, and paying tribute to this year's honorees WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and Nation are inspired by… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 1184 BY: Senator LARKIN CONGRATULATING the Good Will Volunteer Fire Department upon the occasion of its Annual Installation Dinner, and paying tribute to this year's honorees 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 congratulate the Good Will Volunteer Fire Department upon the occasion of its Annual Installation Dinner, and to pay tribute to this year's honorees; the dinner will be held at Anthony's Pier 9, New Windsor, New York, on Saturday, March 25, 2017; and WHEREAS, The 11 outstanding firefighters being recognized for their years of dedicated service to the Good Will Volunteer Fire Department include: Pat D'Angelo-60 years; Len Bartley-45 years; Richard Bartley-45 years; Hank Guiette-45 years; James Masloski-45 years; Michael Seibert-45 years; Pete Geraci-30 years; James Wilson-25 years; Robert Stoffels-15 years; Anthony Novella-5 years; and Ed Pretorius-5 years; 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; these 11 individuals are such firefighters; throughout their devoted service, these volunteers 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 congratulate the Good Will Volunteer Fire Department upon the occasion of its Annual Installation Dinner, and to pay tribute to this year's honorees; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Good Will Volunteer Fire Department, and the aforementioned honorees.
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