LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending the men and women who make up the
volunteer fire and ambulance services throughout Delaware County upon
the occasion of their designation for special recognition on May 16,
2009

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to call attention to
the dedicated efforts of those individuals from across the State of New
York who volunteer their time and energies in service to the community;
and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
the men and women who make up the volunteer fire and ambulance services
throughout Delaware County upon the occasion of their designation for
special recognition at the annual Delaware County Dinner to be held on
Saturday, May 16, 2009, at the Holiday Inn, Oneonta, New York; and
WHEREAS, Volunteerism is an essential element of all societies; it
provides a way in which the human values of community, caring and serv-
ing can be sustained and strengthened; and
WHEREAS, Delaware County has 30 volunteer fire departments and 27
volunteer ambulance corps, comprising a total of 1257 volunteers who
have been called upon to contribute their time and talents to countless
endeavors and have always given of themselves unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, The courageous and devoted volunteer firefighters of Delaware
County, New York, valiantly respond to all types of fire emergencies and
engage in vital activities which help to prevent the loss of life and
property from fires; and
WHEREAS, Equally important are the members of Delaware County's volun-
teer ambulance corps who are an essential part of the safety net of
America's healthcare system; they provide lifesaving care to those in
need, 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and
WHEREAS, Individuals, such as the members of the Delaware County
volunteer fire and ambulance services, who provide outstanding service
to the people of the Empire State and whose extraordinary achievements
save the lives of their fellow citizens, should be recognized because
their efforts so profoundly strengthen our shared commitment to family
and community life; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body cannot express sufficient gratitude to
those devoted individuals who recognize that the preservation of life is
a sacred responsibility and who make that responsibility their own by
diligently serving as volunteers; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the men and women who make up the volunteer fire and ambulance
services throughout Delaware County upon the occasion of their desig-
nation for special recognition on May 16, 2009; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Rich Bell, Director of Delaware County Emergency Services.