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J2692Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Niskayuna Firefighters' 75 Years

Official title

“Commemorating the 75th Anniversary of Niskayuna Fire District 2”

Sponsor James TediscoSD-49
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution commemorates the 75th anniversary of Niskayuna Fire District 2 and honors its volunteer firefighters.

Why it matters

  1. Underscores the crucial role of volunteer firefighters. highlighting their dedication, training, and willingness to respond to emergencies at all hours, which directly supports the safety and well-being of the community.

  2. Acknowledges the evolution and history of local firefighting. by commemorating 75 years, the resolution recognizes how fire protection services have developed in response to community needs and changing risks.

  3. Strengthens public appreciation for volunteer service. official recognition can boost morale, reinforce community support for volunteers, and encourage civic engagement and recruitment in essential services.

  4. Emphasizes the value of local governance and cooperation. by noting the Board of Fire Commissioners and volunteer structure, the resolution highlights how community-led efforts are foundational to effective emergency response.

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Honor Niskayuna Firefighters' 75 Years

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
James Tedisco

Senator · Senate District 49

Chair, Social Services

No co-sponsors yet.

History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 2692 BY: Senator TEDISCO COMMEMORATING the 75th Anniversary of Niskayuna Fire District 2 WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of Niskayuna Fire District 2 and to honor its past and present… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2692 BY: Senator TEDISCO COMMEMORATING the 75th Anniversary of Niskayuna Fire District 2 WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of Niskayuna Fire District 2 and to honor its past and present firefighting members for 75 years of fire protection to the citizens of Niskayuna, New York and its surrounding communities; and WHEREAS, Fire departments are an integral part of community protection services in every locality of our State; during the past 75 years, the courageous and devoted firefighters of Niskayuna Fire District 2 have valiantly responded to all types of fire emergencies and have won the praise and respect of the community which they serve; and WHEREAS, Niskayuna Fire District 2 is governed by a Board of Fire Commissioners consisting of 5 members; manpower for the operations of the District is provided by volunteers of the Niskayuna Fire Company; and WHEREAS, The Niskayuna Fire Company was organized in 1942, after a number of serious fires; a group of home guards and air raid wardens recognized the need for fire protection in the south east part of town; and WHEREAS, The members of Niskayuna Fire District 2 volunteer their time not only for emergency and non-emergency responses, but spend a significant amount of time training to be able to successfully respond to any situations they might encounter; and WHEREAS, With over 45 members, all of whom are volunteers, Niskayuna Fire District 2 responds during all hours of the day and night to all types of calls including medical emergencies, fires, auto accidents, carbon monoxide alarms, water emergencies and other emergencies; and WHEREAS, With a membership of dedicated firefighters, the record of

75 years in public service and fire protection is one to be envied; for

hours a day, for 365 days a year, for 75 years, whenever the alarm

sounded, these noble volunteers left their homes and went to the aid of

their neighbors; and

WHEREAS, The brave firefighters of Niskayuna Fire District 2 are

prepared to risk their lives every day to help save the lives of others

and to protect homes and property from the destruction caused by fire;

and

WHEREAS, In addition to the skill and devoted service demonstrated

by individual firefighters, Niskayuna Fire District 2 reflects the

history and development of firefighting over the past 75 years; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body cannot express sufficient gratitude

to those devoted individuals who recognize that the preservation of life

and property is a sacred responsibility and who make that responsibility

their own by serving as firefighters; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that we should

give special recognition to those who work so assiduously for the

betterment of their communities, and acknowledge publicly the heroic

good works performed by the volunteer fire departments of this great

Empire State, their officers and auxiliaries; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to

proudly commemorate the 75th Anniversary of Niskayuna Fire District 2;

and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be

transmitted to Niskayuna Fire District 2.

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