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J1954Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Firefighter Richard LaPera

Official title

“Commending Firefighter Richard LaPera for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Atlantic Hook & Ladder Company No. 1”

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

What's happening

This resolution commends Firefighter Richard LaPera for 50 years of dedicated service to the Atlantic Hook & Ladder Company No. 1.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of long-term volunteer service. Recognizing 50 years of commitment underscores how vital sustained volunteerism is to community safety and resilience, especially in essential services like firefighting.

  2. Emphasizes the dual role of public service. By noting Richard LaPera’s parallel careers as both a firefighter and a judge, the resolution showcases how individuals can make significant contributions in multiple areas of civic life, setting an example of multifaceted public engagement.

  3. Raises public awareness of the sacrifices made by volunteers. The text draws attention to the personal sacrifices, such as time away from family and responding to emergencies of all types, reminding readers of the often-unseen dedication behind emergency response teams.

  4. Strengthens community bonds and morale. Publicly honoring individuals like LaPera can inspire current and future volunteers, fostering a culture of appreciation and civic duty within local communities.

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Honor Firefighter Richard LaPera

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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. 1954 BY: Senator KAPLAN COMMENDING Firefighter Richard LaPera upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Atlantic Hook & Ladder Company No. 1 WHEREAS, Citizens across our State… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1954 BY: Senator KAPLAN COMMENDING Firefighter Richard LaPera upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Atlantic Hook & Ladder Company No. 1 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 Firefighter Richard LaPera upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Atlantic Hook & Ladder Company No. 1, to be celebrated at its 133rd Annual Installation and Inspection Dinner in Port Washington, New York, on Saturday, June 15, 2019; and WHEREAS, Richard LaPera was elected to membership in the the Atlantic Hook & Ladder Company No. 1, in 1968; throughout his five decades, he has worked diligently within the Department, serving on numerous committees; and WHEREAS, More affectionately known as "The Judge", The Honorable Richard LaPera has served as a Judge in District Court, County Court and Supreme Court; in this capacity, he is committed to up-to-date knowledge of the laws of the State of New York, which greatly benefits the members of the Atlantic Hook & Ladder Company No. 1; 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; Richard LaPera 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 Firefighter Richard LaPera upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Atlantic Hook & Ladder Company No. 1; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Firefighter Richard LaPera.

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