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This resolution honors Firefighter Jesse J. Edgin for 50 years of dedicated service to the Maynard Fire Department.
Why it matters
Recognizes the immense personal sacrifice and dedication. required for a volunteer firefighter to serve for half a century, highlighting the personal and family commitment involved in such long-term community service.
Underscores the broader value of volunteer fire departments. in small towns and rural areas, where residents like Jesse J. Edgin play a crucial role in public safety beyond just responding to fires, including community engagement and emergency response.
Serves as a public testament to the importance of honoring local heroes. , reinforcing community values around service, selflessness, and continuity, which can inspire future generations to volunteer and contribute similarly.
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Honor 50 Years Fire Service
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- Adopted
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Senate Resolution No. 243 BY: Senator GRIFFO COMMENDING Firefighter Jesse J. Edgin upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to Maynard Fire Department on February 4, 2017 WHEREAS, The firefighters of New… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 243 BY: Senator GRIFFO COMMENDING Firefighter Jesse J. Edgin upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to Maynard Fire Department on February 4, 2017 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, Since the early days of "teapot steamers," the volunteer firefighter has been the cornerstone of our great Nation's efforts to spare us from the ravages of fire; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to commend Firefighter Jesse J. Edgin upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to Maynard Fire Department to be celebrated at their Annual Banquet on Saturday, February 4, 2017; and WHEREAS, Since 1953, the Maynard Fire Department has proudly served the residents of Marcy, New York; since its inception, the dedicated members have always strived to give their Fire District the best protection possible; and WHEREAS, Volunteer firefighters and fire departments not only provide the critical service of fire protection but also engage in other activities of great benefit and importance to the communities they serve; 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; Firefighter Jesse J. Edgin 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 commend Firefighter Jesse J. Edgin for 50 years of distinguished service; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Firefighter Jesse J. Edgin.
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