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J1362Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Fire Chief Bollerman

Official title

“Commending ex-Chief Christopher M. Bollerman for special recognition after almost 33 years of dedicated service to Port Washington Fire Department, Inc. on June 8, 2019”

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

What's happening

This resolution commends ex-Chief Christopher M. Bollerman for nearly 33 years of dedicated service to the Port Washington Fire Department.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the significant impact of long-term volunteer service. recognizing ex-Chief Bollerman’s nearly 33-year commitment underscores how sustained volunteer leadership strengthens local emergency response and community resilience.

  2. Emphasizes family and community traditions in public service. the resolution notes that Bollerman followed in his father's footsteps and now serves with his son, illustrating how public safety roles can become multigenerational and foster deeper community ties.

  3. Sets a standard for dedication and leadership in volunteer firefighting. by detailing Bollerman’s progression through every firematic position and board leadership, the resolution serves as a model for aspiring volunteers, promoting accountability and excellence in local fire departments.

  4. Raises public awareness of the diverse challenges firefighters face. the resolution enumerates the range of emergencies volunteers confront, from fires to hazardous spills, highlighting the broad skills and sacrifices required and potentially encouraging greater support and recruitment for volunteer fire services.

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Honor Fire Chief Bollerman

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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. 1362 BY: Senator KAPLAN COMMENDING ex-Chief Christopher M. Bollerman upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after almost 33 years of dedicated service to Port Washington Fire Department, Inc. on

June 8, 2019 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… Show all

June 8, 2019 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 Christopher M. Bollerman upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after almost 33 years of dedicated service to Port Washington Fire Department, Inc. to be celebrated at its Annual Installation and Inspection Dinner on Saturday, June 8, 2019, at the Milleridge Inn in Jericho, New York; and WHEREAS, A lifelong resident of Port Washington, New York, Christopher M. Bollerman followed in his father's footsteps and was elected to membership in the Atlantic Hook and Ladder Company in July of

1986; today, he proudly serves alongside his son Ryan Bollerman; and WHEREAS, Throughout his almost 33 years of service, Christopher M. Bollerman has held every firematic position possible, including Company Captain from 1994-1995, and Chief from 2003-2005;… Show all

1986; today, he proudly serves alongside his son Ryan Bollerman; and WHEREAS, Throughout his almost 33 years of service, Christopher M. Bollerman has held every firematic position possible, including Company Captain from 1994-1995, and Chief from 2003-2005; and WHEREAS, In January of 2010, ex-Chief Christopher M. Bollerman became a member of the Department's Board of Directors, serving as its Chairman for a three year term which was completed in January of 2019; 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 Christopher M. Bollerman is such a firefighter; throughout almost 33 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 Christopher M. Bollerman upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after almost 33 years of dedicated service to Port Washington Fire Department, Inc. on June 8, 2019; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to ex-Chief Christopher M. Bollerman.

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