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J2748Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Firefighter’s Retirement Service

Official title

“Congratulating Lieutenant Patrick Hall upon the occasion of his retirement after more than 25 years of dedicated service to the Rome Fire Department”

Sponsor Joseph A. GriffoSD-47
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Lieutenant Patrick Hall on his retirement after over 25 years of service with the Rome Fire Department.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the critical, often underappreciated role of firefighters. in maintaining public safety, reminding the public and lawmakers of the daily risks taken by first responders.

  2. Acknowledges the value of long-term commitment and leadership. in public service, as seen in Lieutenant Hall’s rise through the ranks and his influence on department standards and morale.

  3. Serves as a formal recognition from the state government. , setting a precedent for honoring service and potentially encouraging retention and dedication among other public safety employees.

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Honor Firefighter’s Retirement Service

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Joseph A. Griffo

Senator · Senate District 47

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. 2748 BY: Senator GRIFFO CONGRATULATING Lieutenant Patrick Hall upon the occasion of his retirement after more than 25 years of dedicated service to the Rome Fire Department WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and Nation are inspired by… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2748 BY: Senator GRIFFO CONGRATULATING Lieutenant Patrick Hall upon the occasion of his retirement after more than 25 years of dedicated service to the Rome Fire Department WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and Nation are inspired by and indebted to our noble firefighters who exhibit courage and bravery every day in the course of their duties; and WHEREAS, 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 congratulate Lieutenant Patrick Hall upon the occasion of his retirement after more than 25 years of dedicated service to the Rome Fire Department; and WHEREAS, Lieutenant Patrick Hall has consistently demonstrated a level of commitment, dedication, integrity and professionalism which truly exemplifies those responsibilities which define the task of fire protection; and WHEREAS, A member of the Rome Fire Department since March 5, 1994, Patrick Hall climbed the ranks to become Lieutenant on September 10,

2007, the esteemed position from which he retired on January 31, 2020; and WHEREAS, Firefighters unwaveringly serve our great State with pride, valor, and integrity; these respected men and women are often the first to respond to an emergency, whether the… Show all

2007, the esteemed position from which he retired on January 31, 2020; and WHEREAS, Firefighters unwaveringly serve our great State with pride, valor, and integrity; these respected men and women 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 is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate Lieutenant Patrick Hall upon the occasion of his retirement after more than 25 years of dedicated service to the Rome Fire Department, and to wish him well in all his future endeavors; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Lieutenant Patrick Hall.

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