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J485Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Fire Chief's Service

Official title

“Honoring past Chief James Meyer for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Coldenham Fire Company”

Sponsor William J. Larkin Jr.SD-39
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors past Chief James Meyer for 50 years of dedicated service to the Coldenham Fire Company.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the critical role of volunteer firefighters. in community safety, spotlighting how individuals like James Meyer contribute far beyond paid emergency services by responding to a wide range of crises, from fires to disasters and medical emergencies.

  2. Underscores the value of long-term commitment. to public service, using James Meyer’s 50-year tenure as a testament to the personal sacrifices and sustained dedication required in volunteer firefighting.

  3. Reinforces community recognition and morale. , emphasizing that honoring such service not only acknowledges individual achievement but also inspires current and future volunteers to continue serving their communities.

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Honor Fire Chief's Service

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
William J. Larkin Jr.

Senator · Senate District 39

No co-sponsors yet.

History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 485 BY: Senator LARKIN HONORING past Chief James Meyer upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Coldenham Fire Company WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and Nation are… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 485 BY: Senator LARKIN HONORING past Chief James Meyer upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Coldenham Fire Company 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 past Chief James Meyer upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Coldenham Fire Company, to be celebrated at its Annual Installation Dinner-Dance on Saturday, January

28, 2017, at the Spruce Lodge, Coldenham, 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,… Show all

28, 2017, at the Spruce Lodge, Coldenham, 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; James Meyer 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 past Chief James Meyer upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Coldenham Fire Company; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to past Chief James Meyer.

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