Honor John Fabian Award

Senate Resolution No. 2877 BY: Senator BROOKS HONORING John Fabian upon the occasion of being named Man of the Year by the Merrick Chamber of Commerce on January 23, 2020 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize that the quality and character of life in the communities across New York State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its citizenry; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor John Fabian upon the occasion of being named Man of the Year by the Merrick Chamber of Commerce, celebrated at its Annual Installation and Awards Dinner on Thursday, January 23, 2020, at the Chateau Briand, Carle Place, New York; and WHEREAS, John Fabian is being recognized with this auspicious award for his steadfast and unwavering commitment to his community; and WHEREAS, A resident of Merrick, New York since 1961, John Fabian graduated from John F. Kennedy High School in 1974, and later joined the Friendship Engine & Hose Company at the Merrick Fire Department; and WHEREAS, Throughout his illustrious career, John Fabian has served his company in numerous capacities, including Corresponding Secretary, Lieutenant, Captain, Chief of Department, the esteemed position he held in 1986, 1989 and 2001; he also served as a member of its Board of Directors; and WHEREAS, In addition to the Friendship Engine & Hose Company, John Fabian is also active within the 6th Battalion, using his extensive experience while Chairman of both the Mutual Aid Chiefs and the 6th Battalion Chiefs; and WHEREAS, A member of numerous firemen's associations, John Fabian was appointed to Merrick and Bellmore's New York Rising Committee by Governor Andrew Cuomo in 2013; three years later, he was elected to the Board of Directors of the Nassau County Francis X. Pendl Firefighters Museum; 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, With him throughout have been his wife of more than 40 years, Maura, and their four children, Meredith, Kelly, John and Rachel, as well as seven grandchildren, who have all shown him love and support and rejoice in his many achievements; 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; John Fabian is one such firefighter; throughout his 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 John Fabian upon the occasion of being named Man of the Year by the Merrick Chamber of Commerce on January 23, 2020; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to John Fabian.