LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending outgoing Chief Wayne Nelson upon the
occasion of his designation for special recognition for his many years
of dedicated service to the Roosevelt Fire District

WHEREAS, The firefighters of New York State are renowned throughout the
nation; their reputation is synonymous with excellence in the arduous
field of fire protection and prevention; and
WHEREAS, Since the early days of "teapot steamers," the volunteer
firefighter has been the cornerstone of our great nation's efforts to
spare us from the ravages of fire; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
outgoing Chief Wayne Nelson upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition for his many years of dedicated service to the
Roosevelt Fire District of Roosevelt, New York; and
WHEREAS, He will be honored at the District's 97th Annual Installation
Dinner, to be held at the Chateau Briand in Carle Place on Saturday,
April 4, 2009; 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 selfless dedication merit tribute and
recognition by all citizens of their community, their State, and their
nation; and
WHEREAS, Volunteer firefighters and fire departments not only provide
the critical service of fire protection but also engage in other activ-
ities of great benefit and importance to the communities they serve; 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; outgo-
ing Chief Wayne Nelson is such a firefighter; throughout his many years
of devoted service he has 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 outgoing Chief Wayne Nelson of the Roosevelt Fire District for
his many years of distinguished service; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Wayne Nelson.