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J1069Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Fire Chief's 50 Years

Official title

“Commending Ex-Chief Timothy O'Connor upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department”

Sponsor Anna KaplanSD-7
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors Ex-Chief Timothy O'Connor for 50 years of dedicated service to the Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department.

Why it matters

  1. Recognizes decades of community commitment. By honoring Ex-Chief O’Connor’s 50-year tenure, the resolution highlights the significant personal sacrifice and long-term dedication required for sustained volunteer service, which can inspire ongoing and future community involvement.

  2. Underscores the evolving role of volunteer firefighters. The resolution notes O’Connor’s involvement in various positions, including as one of the department’s first Advanced Medical Technicians, reflecting how firefighters adapt to meet changing safety and medical needs in their communities.

  3. Elevates the importance of local leadership and teamwork. By detailing O'Connor's leadership roles (Lieutenant, Captain, Assistant Chief), the resolution illustrates how experienced volunteers are essential for training, mentoring, and maintaining operational excellence within volunteer departments.

  4. Acknowledges the broader impact of volunteer service. The resolution draws attention to how volunteer firefighters like O’Connor are pivotal first responders for a wide range of emergencies, reinforcing public appreciation for their multi-faceted contributions to community safety and resilience.

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Honor Fire Chief's 50 Years

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Anna Kaplan

Senator · Senate District 7

Chair, Commerce, Economic Development And Small Business

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. 1069 BY: Senator KAPLAN COMMENDING Ex-Chief Timothy O'Connor upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department WHEREAS, Citizens across our… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1069 BY: Senator KAPLAN COMMENDING Ex-Chief Timothy O'Connor upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Franklin Square and Munson 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 commend Ex-Chief Timothy O'Connor upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department, Franklin Square, New York, to be celebrated on Saturday, June 15, 2019; and WHEREAS, Ex-Chief Timothy O'Connor began his illustrious career in February of 1969; throughout his 50 years, he held numerous positions within the department, including: Lieutenant, Captain of Engine Company No. 2, and First and Second Assistant Chief of the Department; and WHEREAS, In addition to these capacities, Ex-Chief Timothy O'Connor has served as one of the Department's first Advanced Medical Technicians, an active member of the Square Shooters Drill team, and a member of numerous committees within the department; 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; Ex-Chief Timothy O'Connor 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 commend Ex-Chief Timothy O'Connor upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department, Franklin Square, New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Ex-Chief Timothy O'Connor.

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