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J4193Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Elmont Firefighters' Service

Official title

“Commending five Firefighter from the Elmont Fire Department for special recognition by the American Legion Elmont Post No. 1033”

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

What's happening

This resolution honors five Elmont Fire Department firefighters for over 60 years of service, recognized by the American Legion.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the immense dedication required for decades of volunteer service. , which often means sacrificing personal and family time to ensure community safety—underscoring what long-term commitment in public service really looks like.

  2. Draws attention to the critical but often overlooked role of volunteer firefighters. , whose contributions go beyond fighting fires to include broader community engagement and emergency response.

  3. Acknowledges the essential role of recognition and gratitude in retaining and motivating emergency service volunteers. , showing that public acknowledgment can help sustain volunteer-driven institutions.

  4. Emphasizes inter-organizational support within the community. , as the American Legion’s recognition of firefighters demonstrates collaboration between civic groups to uplift and honor local heroes.

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Honor Elmont Firefighters' Service

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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

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Senate Resolution No. 4193 BY: Senator PHILLIPS COMMENDING five Firefighter from the Elmont Fire Department upon the occasion of their designation for special recognition by the American Legion Elmont Post No. 1033 on March 20, 2018 WHEREAS, The firefighters… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 4193 BY: Senator PHILLIPS COMMENDING five Firefighter from the Elmont Fire Department upon the occasion of their designation for special recognition by the American Legion Elmont Post No. 1033 on March 20, 2018 WHEREAS, The firefighters of New York State are renowned throughout the Nation; their reputation is synonymous with excellence in the arduous field of fire protection and prevention; and WHEREAS, Since the early days of "teapot steamers," the volunteer firefighter has been the cornerstone of our great Nation's efforts to spare us from the ravages of fire; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to commend five Firefighter from the Elmont Fire Department upon the occasion of their designation for special recognition by the American Legion Elmont Post No. 1033, to be celebrated at its 38th Annual Law & Order Night on Tuesday, March 20,

2018; and WHEREAS, The Law & Order Program honors the unsung heroes of our lives; the paid and unpaid law officers, firefighters, EMTs and paramedics, who give unselfishly of themselves everyday; Firefighters Joseph Lehrer, Richard Hogan, Ronnie Gales, Marie… Show all

2018; and WHEREAS, The Law & Order Program honors the unsung heroes of our lives; the paid and unpaid law officers, firefighters, EMTs and paramedics, who give unselfishly of themselves everyday; Firefighters Joseph Lehrer, Richard Hogan, Ronnie Gales, Marie Mildner and Vincent Focazio are five such individuals; and WHEREAS, These five extraordinary firefighters have all served the Elmont Fire Department for over 60 years; and WHEREAS, Volunteer firefighters and fire departments not only provide the critical service of fire protection but also engage in other activities of great benefit and importance to the communities they serve; 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; throughout more than 60 years of devoted service, Firefighters Joseph Lehrer, Richard Hogan, Ronnie Gales, Marie Mildner and Vincent Focazio 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 commend five Firefighter from the Elmont Fire Department upon the occasion of their designation for special recognition by the American Legion Elmont Post No. 1033 on March 20, 2018; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Firefighters Joseph Lehrer, Richard Hogan, Ronnie Gales, Marie Mildner and Vincent Focazio.

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