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This resolution honors Firefighter Kurt Mommertz for receiving the Firefighter of the Year Award from Brighton Volunteer Fire Company No. 5.
Why it matters
Highlights the significant personal risk and bravery. involved in volunteer firefighting, especially as demonstrated by Kurt Mommertz’s rescue of two individuals from a fire, underscoring the real dangers and heroism in such community service.
Draws attention to the broader role of volunteer firefighters. as first responders in a wide variety of emergencies—fires, disasters, accidents, and more—emphasizing their central importance in public safety beyond just firefighting.
Recognizes the sacrifices volunteers make. , including time away from family and personal commitments, which can help readers appreciate the often unseen personal costs of volunteer emergency service.
Celebrates acts of heroism at a community and state level. , reinforcing the value of public acknowledgment and tribute as a way to inspire others and strengthen community bonds around shared values of service and courage.
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Honor Firefighter Kurt Mommertz
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Senate Resolution No. 5338 BY: Senator JACOBS HONORING Firefighter Kurt Mommertz upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Firefighter of the Year Award by the Brighton Volunteer Fire Company No. 5 WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and Nation… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 5338 BY: Senator JACOBS HONORING Firefighter Kurt Mommertz upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Firefighter of the Year Award by the Brighton Volunteer Fire Company No. 5 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 Firefighter Kurt Mommertz upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Firefighter of the Year Award by the Brighton Volunteer Fire Company No.
5, to be celebrated at the 110th Annual Convention of the Southwestern Association of Volunteer Firemen on Friday, August 3, 2018, at the Genesee Valley Central School, Belmont, New York; and WHEREAS, Kurt Mommertz will receive this auspicious award in… Show allHide
5, to be celebrated at the 110th Annual Convention of the Southwestern Association of Volunteer Firemen on Friday, August 3, 2018, at the Genesee Valley Central School, Belmont, New York; and WHEREAS, Kurt Mommertz will receive this auspicious award in recognition of his valiant efforts while rescuing two occupants from a fire; 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; Kurt Mommertz is such a firefighter; throughout his 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 Firefighter Kurt Mommertz upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Firefighter of the Year Award by the Brighton Volunteer Fire Company No. 5; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Firefighter Kurt Mommertz.
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