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J634Senate2025-2026 SessionResolution

Honor Longtime Firefighter Service

Official title

“Honoring Firefighter Joseph A. Goodrich upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 20 years of dedicated service to the Williston Park Fire Department”

Sponsor Jack M. MartinsSD-7
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors Firefighter Joseph A. Goodrich for 20 years of dedicated service to the Williston Park Fire Department.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the value of long-term volunteer service. recognizing Joseph Goodrich’s 20-year commitment underscores the critical role of volunteers in sustaining local emergency services and community safety.

  2. Emphasizes leadership and advancement within the department. noting his progression through various leadership roles (including Vice President positions and society delegate) illustrates the importance of experienced members mentoring others and shaping department culture.

  3. Spotlights the broad responsibilities of volunteer firefighters. the resolution acknowledges that volunteers like Goodrich handle a diverse array of emergencies (fires, disasters, medical crises, hazardous spills), highlighting the range of skills and dedication required.

  4. Reinforces community values and civic pride. publicly honoring individuals for selfless service models the virtues of commitment, sacrifice, and community involvement, potentially inspiring others to serve.

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Honor Longtime Firefighter Service

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Jack M. Martins

Senator · Senate District 7

No co-sponsors yet.

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

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Senate Resolution No. 634 BY: Senator MARTINS HONORING Firefighter Joseph A. Goodrich upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 20 years of dedicated service to the Williston Park Fire Department WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 634 BY: Senator MARTINS HONORING Firefighter Joseph A. Goodrich upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 20 years of dedicated service to the Williston Park Fire Department 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 honor Firefighter Joseph A. Goodrich upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 20 years of dedicated service to the Williston Park Fire Department to be celebrated at its Annual Dinner on Saturday, April

26, 2025, at the Milleridge Cottage in Jericho, New York; and WHEREAS, Since entering service on May 5, 2004, Joseph A. Goodrich has consistently demonstrated a level of commitment, dedication, integrity and professionalism which truly exemplifies excellence… Show all

26, 2025, at the Milleridge Cottage in Jericho, New York; and WHEREAS, Since entering service on May 5, 2004, Joseph A. Goodrich has consistently demonstrated a level of commitment, dedication, integrity and professionalism which truly exemplifies excellence in the volunteer service; and WHEREAS, Joseph A. Goodrich has served the Williston Park Fire Department with distinction as a member of Engine Company 1; and WHEREAS, During his 20 years as a firefighter, Joseph A. Goodrich has served as North Shore Holy Name Society Delegate: 2012-Present, 3rd Vice President: 2023-2024, 2nd Vice President: 2024-2025, and 1st Vice President: 2025; 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; Joseph A. Goodrich is such a firefighter; throughout 20 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 Firefighter Joseph A. Goodrich upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 20 years of dedicated service to the Williston Park Fire Department; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Firefighter Joseph A. Goodrich.

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