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J5625Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Detective Cathy Onions

Official title

“Honoring Detective Cathy Onions upon the occasion of her retirement after nearly 38 years of distinguished service to the Amherst Police Department”

Sponsor Michael H. RanzenhoferSD-61
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors Detective Cathy Onions on her retirement after nearly 38 years of distinguished service with the Amherst Police Department.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the advancement of women in law enforcement. by recognizing Cathy Onions as the Amherst Police Department’s first female officer, reflecting broader changes in gender representation within policing.

  2. Underscores a commitment to community and victim support,. as Onions played a key role in supporting domestic violence victims, initiating support groups, and establishing a food pantry—demonstrating how police can offer social services beyond traditional law enforcement.

  3. Emphasizes the importance of youth outreach and education,. with Onions’ roles as a D.A.R.E. instructor and coordinator of the Youth Police Academy, suggesting that police engagement with young people can foster trust, awareness, and interest in public safety careers.

  4. Serves as a model for career development and service,. showing how an officer can grow into leadership roles, pursue further education, and make a lasting impact across multiple areas of policing and community welfare.

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Honor Detective Cathy Onions

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Michael H. Ranzenhofer

Senator · Senate District 61

Chair, Corporations, Authorities And Commissions

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. 5625 BY: Senator RANZENHOFER HONORING Detective Cathy Onions upon the occasion of her retirement after nearly 38 years of distinguished service to the Amherst Police Department WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 5625 BY: Senator RANZENHOFER HONORING Detective Cathy Onions upon the occasion of her retirement after nearly 38 years of distinguished service to the Amherst Police Department WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and honor those distinguished officers and citizens who would devote themselves to public service, demonstrating great courage and diligence in providing for the care and welfare of the citizens of their communities and this great Empire State; and WHEREAS, Within every community of the State of New York there are certain individuals who, by virtue of their commitment and dedication, command the respect and admiration of their community for their exemplary contributions and service on behalf of others; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Detective Cathy Onions upon the occasion of her retirement after nearly 38 years of distinguished service to the Amherst Police Department; and WHEREAS, Cathy Onions began her illustrious career in law enforcement in 1980, as the department's first female police officer; and WHEREAS, After 15 years as a patrol officer, Cathy Onions worked for

12 years in the Family Offense Unit, helping provide justice to domestic violence victims and their families; during this time, she initiated support groups and created a food pantry for people in need; and WHEREAS, This extraordinary woman then became a… Show all

12 years in the Family Offense Unit, helping provide justice to domestic violence victims and their families; during this time, she initiated support groups and created a food pantry for people in need; and WHEREAS, This extraordinary woman then became a Safety Education Officer while she worked to earn a bachelor's degree; and WHEREAS, In the safety education role, Cathy Onions served as a Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) instructor for all of the town's schools; additionally, she led the department's annual Youth Police Academy, an internship which allows teenagers the opportunity to learn about law enforcement; and WHEREAS, Cathy Onions was promoted to Detective in 2013, the esteemed position from which she officially retired on Wednesday, May

16, 2018; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those dedicated public servants who unselfishly devote their lives to the preservation of order and the protection of others are worthy and due full praise for their commitment and noble… Show all

16, 2018; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those dedicated public servants who unselfishly devote their lives to the preservation of order and the protection of others are worthy and due full praise for their commitment and noble endeavors; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Detective Cathy Onions upon the occasion of her retirement after nearly 38 years of distinguished service to the Amherst Police Department; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Detective Cathy Onions.

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