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J2647Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Fire Chief Goodman

Official title

“Honoring outgoing President Stephen Goodman upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after many years of dedicated service to the Nassau County Volunteer Firemen's Association”

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

What's happening

This resolution honors outgoing President Stephen Goodman for his years of dedicated service to the Nassau County Volunteer Firemen's Association.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of volunteer leadership. The resolution underscores how individuals like Stephen Goodman play crucial roles not just on the frontlines but also in organizing, guiding, and sustaining vital community organizations such as the Nassau County Volunteer Firemen’s Association.

  2. Recognizes extensive and varied service. By detailing Goodman’s progression through multiple leadership positions and other fire service roles, the resolution illustrates the depth of commitment and the broad impact one person can have within volunteer and emergency response networks.

  3. Emphasizes the broader value of volunteerism. The text connects Goodman’s service to the larger tradition of volunteer firefighters, framing his dedication as emblematic of the selflessness and community spirit that underpin public safety and resilience.

  4. Serves as a model for civic recognition. By formally acknowledging Goodman’s contributions, the resolution reinforces the idea that community service—especially in demanding, often dangerous capacities—deserves public gratitude and can inspire others to serve.

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Honor Fire Chief Goodman

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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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 2647 BY: Senator PHILLIPS HONORING outgoing President Stephen Goodman upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after many years of dedicated service to the Nassau County Volunteer Firemen's Association WHEREAS,… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2647 BY: Senator PHILLIPS HONORING outgoing President Stephen Goodman upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after many years of dedicated service to the Nassau County Volunteer Firemen's Association 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 President Stephen Goodman upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after many years of dedicated service to the Nassau County Volunteer Firemen's Association, to be celebrated at its 114th Annual Meeting and Installation on June 7, 2017, at the Crescent Beach Club, Bayville, New York; and WHEREAS, Throughout his tenure with the Nassau County Volunteer Firemen's Association, Stephen Goodman has held several leadership positions including Sergeant at Arms, 4th Vice President, 3rd Vice President, 2nd Vice President, 1st Vice President and President; and WHEREAS, Past-President Stephen Goodman is also a Trustee of the Firemen's Association of the State of New York Firemen's Home, Treasurer and Member of the Vigilant Engine & Hook & Ladder Co., Inc.; 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; Stephen Goodman 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 President Stephen Goodman upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after many years of dedicated service to the Nassau County Volunteer Firemen's Association; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to outgoing President Stephen Goodman.

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