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This resolution honors ex-Captain John "Jack" Skrezec for 50 years of dedicated service to the Greenport Fire Department.
Why it matters
Highlights the critical role of long-serving volunteer firefighters. like Jack Skrezec, reminding the public of the personal sacrifices and community commitment required in such roles over decades.
Draws attention to the broad range of emergencies volunteer firefighters respond to. from fires and medical crises to natural disasters and hazardous material spills—emphasizing their versatility and importance in community safety.
Serves as an official record of gratitude from the state legislature. , potentially encouraging ongoing volunteerism and reinforcing the value society places on public service and heroism at the local level.
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Honor Firefighter Jack Skrezec
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- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
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Senate Resolution No. 2167 BY: Senator LAVALLE HONORING ex-Captain John "Jack" Skrezec upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Greenport Fire Department WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 2167 BY: Senator LAVALLE HONORING ex-Captain John "Jack" Skrezec upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Greenport 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-Captain John "Jack" Skrezec upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the North Greenport Fire Department to be celebrated on Sunday, May 21, 2017, at Heron Harbor Suites, Southold, New York; 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; Jack Skrezec is such a firefighter; throughout 50 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-Captain John "Jack" Skrezec upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Greenport Fire Department; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to ex-Captain John "Jack" Skrezec.
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