Honor Boyce as Irishman

Senate Resolution No. 3400 BY: Senator GOLDEN HONORING Chief Robert K. Boyce upon the occasion of his designation as the 2018 Irishman of the Year by the NYPD Emerald Society, Inc. WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body, in keeping with its time-honored traditions, to recognize and pay tribute to those individuals and organizations which foster ethnic pride and enhance the profile of cultural diversity which strengthens the fabric of the communities of New York State; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Chief Robert K. Boyce upon the occasion of his designation as the 2018 Irishman of the Year by the NYPD Emerald Society, Inc., to be celebrated at its 65th Dinner Dance on Friday, February 23, 2018, at Leonard's of Great Neck, Long Island, New York; and WHEREAS, Within every community of the State of New York there are certain individuals who, by virtue of their commitment and dedication, command the respect and admiration of their community for their exemplary contributions and service on behalf of others; and WHEREAS, Robert K. Boyce joined the New York City Police Department (NYPD) in January of 1983, as a patrolman with NSU 2 and the 24th Precinct; and WHEREAS, Throughout his illustrious career in law enforcement, Robert K. Boyce has continued to climb the ranks; he was promoted to Sergeant in December of 1988, Lieutenant in August of 1996, Captain in October of 1998, Deputy Inspector in May of 2001, Inspector in October of 2003, Deputy Chief in October of 2007, Assistant Chief in March of

2012, and Chief of Detectives in March of 2014, the esteemed position he continues to serve today; and WHEREAS, Chief Robert K. Boyce has also commanded Detective Boroughs Bronx and Manhattan, the 40th and 67th Precincts, the 79th and 88th Detective Squads, as well as the Gang Division; additionally, he served as Executive Officer of the 75th and 90th Precincts; and WHEREAS, Current reengineering of the NYPD has placed all Organized Crime Control Bureau personnel into the Detective Bureau; with this reengineering, Chief Robert K. Boyce currently leads approximately 6,000 members of the New York City Police Department; and WHEREAS, Chief Robert K. Boyce holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from the State University of New York, and a Master of Public Administration degree from Marist College; and WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife of 33 years, Kathleen, and their two children, Robert Jr. and Caitlin (Ryan), who have all shown him love and support and rejoice in his many achievements; and WHEREAS, It is appropriate to recognize and commend such outstanding law enforcement officers as Chief Robert K. Boyce for their valued contributions to the community; and WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to recognize those organizations and its members of true purpose and worthy accomplishment who provide opportunities to celebrate their rich ethnic flavor and who strive to preserve their cultural heritage; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Chief Robert K. Boyce upon the occasion of his designation as the