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J4018Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Firefighter Floyd Tyska

Official title

“Honoring Ex-Captain Floyd Tyska upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Riverhead Fire Department and Washington Engine Company No. 2”

Sponsor Kenneth P. LaValleSD-1
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors Ex-Captain Floyd Tyska for 50 years of service to the Riverhead Fire Department and Washington Engine Company No. 2.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the immense personal sacrifice and commitment. required of long-serving volunteer firefighters, reminding the public of the often-unseen dedication behind community safety.

  2. Underscores the wide range of emergencies firefighters handle. , from fires to hazardous spills and medical crises, illustrating the diverse skill set and readiness demanded by the role.

  3. Recognizes the importance of leadership within volunteer organizations. , as shown by Tyska's progression through key ranks, which can inspire others to take on greater responsibility in community service.

  4. Serves as a public affirmation of the value placed on volunteerism. , reinforcing that such longstanding service is worthy of not just local, but also legislative and societal recognition.

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Honor Firefighter Floyd Tyska

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kenneth P. LaValle

Senator · Senate District 1

Chair, Higher Education

No co-sponsors yet.

History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 4018 BY: Senator LAVALLE HONORING Ex-Captain Floyd Tyska upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Riverhead Fire Department and Washington Engine Company No. 2 WHEREAS,… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 4018 BY: Senator LAVALLE HONORING Ex-Captain Floyd Tyska upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Riverhead Fire Department and Washington Engine Company No. 2 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 Ex-Captain Floyd Tyska upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Riverhead Fire Department and Washington Engine Company No. 2, to be celebrated on Tuesday, May 8,

2018, at the Riverhead Fire Department, Riverhead, New York; and WHEREAS, Floyd Tyska joined the Riverhead Fire Department and Washington Engine Company No. 2 on May 13, 1968; throughout his 50 years of service, he held several positions within the Department including: 2nd Lieutenant, 1971-1972; 1st Lieutenant, 1973-1974; and Captain,

1975-1976; 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,… Show all

1975-1976; 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; Floyd Tyska is such a firefighter; throughout 50 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 Ex-Captain Floyd Tyska upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Riverhead Fire Department and Washington Engine Company No. 2; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Ex-Captain Floyd Tyska.

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