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J1358Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Fire Chief Smithing

Official title

“Honoring ex-Chief Gary Smithing after 40 years of dedicated service to the Williston Park Fire Department”

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

What's happening

This resolution honors ex-Chief Gary Smithing for 40 years of dedicated service to the Williston Park Fire Department.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of volunteerism in local emergency services. , emphasizing the impact that long-term commitment like Gary Smithing’s has on the safety and resilience of a community.

  2. Recognizes a broad range of leadership and operational roles. from entry-level firefighter to Chief and critical care EMT—demonstrating the significance of multi-faceted service in building strong, adaptable fire departments.

  3. Underscores the personal sacrifices made by dedicated volunteers. , such as time away from family and personal pursuits, which may inspire others to appreciate or join local fire and emergency services.

  4. Serves as a formal record of gratitude and public acknowledgment. for essential but often under-recognized community service, reinforcing the value placed on volunteer first responders by both government and society.

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Honor Fire Chief Smithing

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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. 1358 BY: Senator KAPLAN HONORING ex-Chief Gary Smithing upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 40 years of dedicated service to the Williston Park Fire Department WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and Nation… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1358 BY: Senator KAPLAN HONORING ex-Chief Gary Smithing upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 40 years of dedicated service to the Williston Park 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 ex-Chief Gary Smithing upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 40 years of dedicated service to the Williston Park Fire Department to be celebrated at its Annual Dinner on Saturday, June

1, 2019, at the Milleridge Inn, Jericho, New York; and WHEREAS, Gary Smithing has consistently demonstrated a level of commitment, dedication, integrity and professionalism which truly exemplifies excellence in the volunteer service; and WHEREAS, A member of the Williston Park Fire Department since April

3, 1979, Gary Smithing has served in several capacities, including 2nd Lieutenant, 1st Lieutenant, Captain, 2nd Assistant Chief, 1st Assistant Chief and Chief of Department; and WHEREAS, Gary Smithing currently serves as Warden and Department Secretary, as… Show all

3, 1979, Gary Smithing has served in several capacities, including 2nd Lieutenant, 1st Lieutenant, Captain, 2nd Assistant Chief, 1st Assistant Chief and Chief of Department; and WHEREAS, Gary Smithing currently serves as Warden and Department Secretary, as well as a Critical Care Emergency Medical Technician (EMT CC), the esteemed position he has held since 1980; 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; Gary Smithing 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 ex-Chief Gary Smithing upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 40 years of dedicated service to the Williston Park Fire Department; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to ex-Chief Gary Smithing.

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