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J866Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Firefighter’s 50 Years

Official title

“Commending William Trottier for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Roslyn Highlands Hook & Ladder, Engine & Hose Company”

Sponsor Elaine PhillipsSD-7
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors William Trottier for 50 years of dedicated volunteer service with the Roslyn Highlands Hook & Ladder, Engine & Hose Company.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the critical role of volunteer firefighters. By honoring William Trottier, the resolution draws attention to the often-overlooked commitment and sacrifices made by volunteers who protect communities without compensation.

  2. Sets a public example of long-term civic engagement. Trottier’s 50 years of service, including leadership positions, underscores the value of sustained community involvement and may inspire others to volunteer or support local emergency services.

  3. Strengthens community bonds and morale. Official recognition from the state legislature not only honors the individual but also boosts morale within the fire company and the greater community, showing appreciation for local heroes and their families.

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Honor Firefighter’s 50 Years

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Elaine Phillips

Senator · Senate District 7

Chair, EthicsChair, Ethics And Internal GovernanceChair, Ethics And Internal Governance CommitteeChair, Infrastructure And Capital Investment

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History

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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 866 BY: Senator PHILLIPS COMMENDING William Trottier upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Roslyn Highlands Hook & Ladder, Engine & Hose Company WHEREAS, Citizens across… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 866 BY: Senator PHILLIPS COMMENDING William Trottier upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Roslyn Highlands Hook & Ladder, Engine & Hose 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 commend Trustee, ex-Chief and past President William Trottier upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Roslyn Highlands Hook & Ladder, Engine & Hose Company, to be celebrated with a dinner and a ceremony held in his honor at its Headquarters on Monday, March 13, 2017; 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; William Trottier 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 William Trottier upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Roslyn Highlands Hook & Ladder, Engine & Hose Company; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to William Trottier.

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