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J4603Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Firefighter Matthew Martin

Official title

“Commending Firefighter Matthew J. Martin for special recognition after 60 years of dedicated service to the Cutchogue Fire Department”

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

What's happening

This resolution commends Firefighter Matthew J. Martin for 60 years of service to the Cutchogue Fire Department.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the critical role of volunteer firefighters. in community safety, reminding the public of the personal sacrifices and ongoing commitment these individuals make, often without compensation.

  2. Reinforces the value of long-term service. by celebrating a six-decade tenure, which may inspire recognition and retention of experienced volunteers in local fire departments.

  3. Acknowledges a broad range of emergency response duties. , from fires to natural disasters, emphasizing how volunteer firefighters like Matthew J. Martin are essential first responders in diverse crisis situations.

  4. Strengthens community ties and morale. by publicly honoring exceptional service, which can boost community support for local emergency services and encourage civic-mindedness.

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Honor Firefighter Matthew Martin

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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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 4603 BY: Senator LAVALLE COMMENDING Firefighter Matthew J. Martin upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 60 years of dedicated service to the Cutchogue Fire Department WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 4603 BY: Senator LAVALLE COMMENDING Firefighter Matthew J. Martin upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 60 years of dedicated service to the Cutchogue Fire Department 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 commend Firefighter Matthew J. Martin upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 60 years of dedicated service to the Cutchogue Fire Department to be celebrated at its Annual Installation of Chiefs and Uniform Inspection Dinner on Sunday, April 22, 2018, at Giorgio's Baiting Hollow in Baiting Hollow, New York; and WHEREAS, Matthew J. Martin joined the Cutchogue Fire Department in

1958; throughout his 60 years of service, he has held several positions within the Department, Company, and District; and WHEREAS, Firefighters unwaveringly serve our great State with pride, valor, and integrity; these respected volunteers are often the first… Show all

1958; throughout his 60 years of service, he has held several positions within the Department, Company, and District; 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; Matthew J. Martin is such a firefighter; throughout 60 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 commend Firefighter Matthew J. Martin upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 60 years of dedicated service to the Cutchogue Fire Department; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Firefighter Matthew J. Martin.

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