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This resolution honors Firefighter James Leghorn, Sr. for 40 years of dedicated service to the Cronomer Valley Fire Department.
Why it matters
Highlights the depth of community service. This resolution underscores the significant personal sacrifices and dedication required for four decades of volunteer firefighting, emphasizing the impact one individual can have on community safety over a lifetime.
Recognizes leadership and mentorship. By noting the multiple leadership roles held by James Leghorn, Sr., including Chief and Fire Commissioner, the resolution illustrates the importance of experienced leaders in maintaining and improving local emergency response capabilities.
Underscores the broad responsibilities of volunteer firefighters. The text draws attention to the wide range of emergencies that firefighters respond to, beyond fires—including accidents, natural disasters, and hazardous material spills—demonstrating their essential, multifaceted role in public safety.
Serves as an example for civic engagement. Honoring a volunteer with such longevity and commitment not only thanks the individual but also publicly affirms the value of volunteerism, potentially inspiring others to serve their communities in vital, often demanding roles.
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Honor Firefighter James Leghorn
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- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
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Senate Resolution No. 674 BY: Senator LARKIN HONORING Firefighter James Leghorn, Sr. upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 40 years of service to the Cronomer Valley Fire Department WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and Nation… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 674 BY: Senator LARKIN HONORING Firefighter James Leghorn, Sr. upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 40 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 James Leghorn, Sr. upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 40 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 his four decades of steadfast and unwavering service to the Cronomer Valley Fire Department, James Leghorn, Sr. has served in several capacities including 2nd Lieutenant, 1st Lieutenant, Captain, and Assistant Chief and Chief; he was also elected to the Board of Fire Commissioners where he served for 10 years and WHEREAS, James Leghorn, Sr. is the proud recipient of the Cronomer Valley Fire Department Driver of the Year and Firefighter of the Year Awards, as well as the Orange County Volunteer Firemen's Association Firefighter of the Year Award; 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 Leghorn, Sr. is such a firefighter; throughout 40 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 James Leghorn, Sr. upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 40 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 James Leghorn, Sr.
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