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J672Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Veteran Firefighter Service

Official title

“Honoring Firefighter Robert Quackenbush for special recognition after 45 years of service to the Cronomer Valley Fire Department”

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

What's happening

This resolution honors Firefighter Robert Quackenbush for 45 years of dedicated service to the Cronomer Valley Fire Department.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the crucial role of volunteer firefighters. by formally recognizing Robert Quackenbush, the resolution draws attention to the often-overlooked contributions of volunteer emergency responders and reinforces their importance to community safety.

  2. Underscores the value of long-term, dedicated public service. Quackenbush's 45-year tenure, including leadership roles and training responsibilities, sets a powerful example of commitment for both current and future community members.

  3. Promotes community recognition and morale. public honors like this not only celebrate individual achievement but also boost morale within the fire department and encourage ongoing volunteerism.

  4. Demonstrates legislative appreciation for local heroes. by issuing an official resolution, the State Senate signals to other volunteers and the wider public that such service is valued at the highest levels of government, potentially influencing recruitment and retention.

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Honor Veteran Firefighter 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. 672 BY: Senator LARKIN HONORING Firefighter Robert Quackenbush upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 45 years of service to the Cronomer Valley Fire Department WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and Nation… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 672 BY: Senator LARKIN HONORING Firefighter Robert Quackenbush upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 45 years of service to the Cronomer Valley 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 honor Firefighter Robert Quackenbush upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 45 years of dedicated service to the Cronomer Valley Fire Department, to be celebrated at its Annual Installation Dinner and Awards Ceremony at Anthony's Pier 9 in New Windsor, New York, on Saturday, February 18, 2017; and WHEREAS, Throughout more than four decades of steadfast and unwavering service to the Cronomer Valley Fire Department, Robert Quackenbush has served in several capacities including 2nd Lieutenant, 1st Lieutenant, Captain, and Assistant Chief and Chief; he has also served as the Department's training officer; and WHEREAS, Robert Quackenbush is the proud recipient of the Cronomer Valley Fire Department Driver of the Year and Firefighter of the Year Awards; 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; Robert Quackenbush is such a firefighter; throughout 45 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 Robert Quackenbush upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 45 years of dedicated service to the Cronomer Valley Fire Department; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Firefighter Robert Quackenbush.

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