Honor Deputy Cory Herendeen

May 17, 2017 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, Attendant to such concern and fully in accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Deputy Cory Herendeen upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Service Above Self Award by the Victor-Farmington Rotary Club to be celebrated at a Dinner on Wednesday, May 17, 2017, at Finn's Tap Room in Victor, New York; and WHEREAS, Rotary International is dedicated to the development of fellowship and understanding among business and professional leaders, the promotion of community-betterment endeavors and of high standards in business and professional practices, and the advancement of international understanding, goodwill and peace; and WHEREAS, Each year the Victor-Farmington Rotary Club proudly commends individuals who exemplify those principles; Deputy Cory Herendeen truly merits such recognition; and WHEREAS, Ontario County Sheriff's Deputy Cory Herendeen consistently operates at a high level of efficiency while handling a myriad of patrol duties in the busy Town of Victor; and WHEREAS, Throughout his tenure, Deputy Cory Herendeen has continually demonstrated professional competency in handling complicated criminal investigations involving groups engaged in thefts from local merchants; and WHEREAS, Through his tireless efforts and dedication, Deputy Cory Herendeen has received high commendations from both prosecutors and various courts for his thorough preparation of cases for prosecution; and WHEREAS, Each and every day, Deputy Cory Herendeen arrives at work, fully prepared to help his community and make a difference; 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 Deputy Cory Herendeen upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Service Above Self Award by the Victor-Farmington Rotary Club on May 17, 2017; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Deputy Cory Herendeen.