Honor Rome Police Lieutenant

Senate Resolution No. 3322 BY: Senator GRIFFO HONORING Lieutenant Frank Fragapane upon the occasion of his retirement after 20 years of distinguished service to the Rome Police Department WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and honor those distinguished officers and citizens who would devote themselves to public service, demonstrating great courage and diligence in providing for the care and welfare of the citizens of their communities and this great Empire State; and WHEREAS, Within every community of the State of New York there are certain individuals who, by virtue of their commitment and dedication, command the respect and admiration of their community for their exemplary contributions and service on behalf of others; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Lieutenant Frank Fragapane upon the occasion of his retirement after 20 years of distinguished service to the Rome Police Department; he will officially retire on Friday, August 28, 2020; and WHEREAS, Growing up in his beloved hometown of Rome, New York, Frank Fragapane knew he wanted to be a police officer while still a student; he graduated from Rome Free Academy in 1991, and attended Mohawk Valley Community College for three years, earning a degree in criminal justice; and WHEREAS, This industrious young man began working odd jobs around the city before getting hired as security for Turning Stone Casino; he eventually transitioned to working security for the Rome City School District; and WHEREAS, Frank Fragapane began his illustrious career with the Rome Police Department in 2000; after serving as a patrolman for 14 years, he climbed the ranks to become sergeant before being promoted to Lieutenant, the esteemed position from which he will officially retire; and WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to his community, Lieutenant Frank Fragapane gave of his time and energies to several charity events, including Shop with a Cop and Law Enforcement Day, as well as assisting with programs like the Special Olympics and the Rescue Mission; and WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Leigh, and his three daughters, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his achievements; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those dedicated public servants who unselfishly devote their lives to the preservation of order and the protection of others are worthy and due full praise for their commitment and noble endeavors; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Lieutenant Frank Fragapane upon the occasion of his retirement after 20 years of distinguished service to the Rome Police Department; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Lieutenant Frank Fragapane.