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J4674Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Quogue Firefighter McGrath

Official title

“Commending Firefighter Edward McGrath for special recognition after 30 years of dedicated service to the Quogue Fire Department”

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

What's happening

The resolution commends Firefighter Edward McGrath for 30 years of dedicated service to the Quogue Fire Department.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of volunteer firefighters. The resolution underscores how crucial volunteers like Edward McGrath are to local fire protection, often sacrificing personal time for the safety and well-being of their neighbors.

  2. Acknowledges broader community impact. Beyond firefighting, the text points out that volunteer fire departments contribute significantly to their communities through a wide range of beneficial activities, reinforcing their role in community cohesion and resilience.

  3. Sets a public example of service and dedication. By formally recognizing McGrath, the resolution encourages a culture of volunteerism and public service, demonstrating the value placed on long-term dedication and selflessness in local communities.

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Honor Quogue Firefighter McGrath

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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. 4674 BY: Senator LAVALLE COMMENDING Firefighter Edward McGrath upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 30 years of dedicated service to the Quogue Fire Department WHEREAS, The firefighters of New York State are… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 4674 BY: Senator LAVALLE COMMENDING Firefighter Edward McGrath upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 30 years of dedicated service to the Quogue Fire Department 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 Firefighter Edward McGrath upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 30 years of dedicated service to the Quogue Fire Department to be celebrated at its Annual Installation Dinner on Friday,

May 18, 2018, at Docker's Waterside, East Quogue, New York; 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… Show all

May 18, 2018, at Docker's Waterside, East Quogue, New York; 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; Edward McGrath is such a firefighter; throughout 30 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 Edward McGrath for 30 years of distinguished service; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Firefighter Edward McGrath.

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