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This resolution honors 1st Assistant Chief Andy Hallnan for receiving the First Responder Lifesaver Award from the Town of Tonawanda Police Club.
Why it matters
Highlights the critical role and daily risks undertaken by volunteer firefighters. , emphasizing that their work extends beyond fires to include other emergencies like medical crises, accidents, and disasters.
Serves as public recognition and validation for the sacrifices and dedication of first responders. , reinforcing community support and morale for both the honoree and the broader group of volunteers.
Helps raise awareness about the importance of volunteer fire services. , potentially inspiring civic engagement, recruitment, and support for local emergency organizations.
Demonstrates bipartisan appreciation for local heroes at the state legislative level. , which can influence public policy, funding decisions, and the cultural value placed on first responder contributions.
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Honor First Responder Andy Hallnan
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- Adopted
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Senate Resolution No. 3631 BY: Senator JACOBS HONORING 1st Assistant Chief Andy Hallnan upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the First Responder Lifesaver Award by the Town of Tonawanda Police Club on February 2, 2018 WHEREAS, Citizens across… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 3631 BY: Senator JACOBS HONORING 1st Assistant Chief Andy Hallnan upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the First Responder Lifesaver Award by the Town of Tonawanda Police Club on February 2, 2018 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 1st Assistant Chief Andy Hallnan upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the First Responder Lifesaver Award by the Town of Tonawanda Police Club, to be celebrated with an Awards Dinner on Friday,
February 2, 2018, at the Classics Five Banquet and Conference Center, Amherst, New York; 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,… Show allHide
February 2, 2018, at the Classics Five Banquet and Conference Center, Amherst, New York; 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; 1st Assistant Chief Andy Hallnan of Brighton Fire Company 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 1st Assistant Chief Andy Hallnan upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the First Responder Lifesaver Award by the Town of Tonawanda Police Club on February 2, 2018; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to 1st Assistant Chief Andy Hallnan.
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