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J2443Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Treasurer James Ficht

Official title

“Honoring outgoing Treasurer James Ficht for special recognition after many years of dedicated service to the Floral Park Centre Fire Company”

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

What's happening

This resolution honors outgoing Treasurer James Ficht for his many years of dedicated service to the Floral Park Centre Fire Company.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the often-overlooked administrative and financial leadership roles. like Treasurer—in volunteer fire companies, showing that critical behind-the-scenes work is essential for effective community service and safety.

  2. Recognizes the commitment required for long-term volunteer service. , which can span decades and involve personal sacrifice, setting an example and standard for civic engagement in the community.

  3. Draws attention to the broader scope of responsibilities for volunteer firefighters,. including financial management, fundraising, training, and operational roles, underlining that successful emergency response relies on diverse talents and ongoing education.

  4. Serves as a formal record of appreciation by the state legislature. , helping to reinforce the value of volunteerism and public acknowledgment, which can encourage continued service and recruitment in local fire departments.

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Honor Treasurer James Ficht

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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

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History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 2443 BY: Senator PHILLIPS HONORING outgoing Treasurer James Ficht upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after many years of dedicated service to the Floral Park Centre Fire Company WHEREAS, Citizens across our… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2443 BY: Senator PHILLIPS HONORING outgoing Treasurer James Ficht upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after many years of dedicated service to the Floral Park Centre Fire Company 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 outgoing Treasurer James Ficht upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after many years of dedicated service to the Floral Park Centre Fire Company, to be celebrated at its Annual Installation Dinner on Friday, June 2, 2017, at the New Hyde Park Inn; and WHEREAS, James Ficht, affectionately known as Jim, has served as Treasurer of the Board of Directors for the last 30 years; he has also been Chairman of the Annual Subscription Drive and presents the annual budget to the town; and WHEREAS, A lifetime member of Floral Park Centre Fire Company since

2010, Jim Ficht has taken numerous classes at the Fire Service Academy and has been very active in department operations for the past three decades; and WHEREAS, Firefighters unwaveringly serve our great State with pride, valor, and integrity; these respected… Show all

2010, Jim Ficht has taken numerous classes at the Fire Service Academy and has been very active in department operations for the past three decades; 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; James Ficht is such a firefighter; throughout many 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 outgoing Treasurer James Ficht upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after many years of dedicated service to the Floral Park Centre Fire Company; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to outgoing Treasurer James Ficht.

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