2009-J2096
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Senior Investigator Terrence F. Mullen
upon the occasion of his designation as the recipient of a Supervisor
Recognition Award/Sworn at the 33rd Annual State Police Awards Day Cere-
mony on May 11, 2009
WHEREAS, The quality and sanctity of community life are cherished
values, worthy of safeguarding; this Legislative Body is moved to honor
those who serve to preserve and protect such values, lauding particular-
ly their unwavering courage and dedication in the daily performance of
their duties; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Senior Investigator Terrence F. Mullen upon the occasion of his desig-
nation, in recognition of his outstanding leadership abilities, as the
recipient of a Supervisor Recognition Award/Sworn at the 33rd Annual
State Police Awards Day Ceremony, held at the New York State Police
Academy in Albany on May 11, 2009; and
WHEREAS, Senior Investigator Mullen has been employed by the Division
of State Police since 1979; rising to the rank of Senior Investigator,
he currently supervises a team of personnel assigned to the Troop "F"
Forensic Identification Unit and Collision Reconstruction Unit in
Middletown; and
WHEREAS, Senior Investigator Mullen is an established expert in his
field, displaying professional ability which makes him sought after by
district attorneys and local police agencies on any major case; and
WHEREAS, In 2008, under Senior Investigator Mullen's direction,
members of the Troop "F" Forensic Identification Unit were involved in
the investigation of 25 death cases, including more than 10 murder or
attempted murder investigations; and
WHEREAS, As the head of the Collision Reconstruction Unit, Senior
Investigator Mullen personally responds to accident scenes to supervise
operations; he is an exceptional teacher of his craft who inspires
others by his personal example and outstanding leadership, and he is a
faithful and loyal supervisor who never asks more of his subordinates
than he asks of himself; and
WHEREAS, As a 30-year-veteran of the New York State Police, Senior
Investigator Mullen has always exemplified what it means to be both a
State Trooper and a supervisor; his knowledge, integrity, and superviso-
ry skills have earned and enabled him to maintain an admirable, excel-
lent rapport with both subordinates and peers; and
WHEREAS, In keeping with the finest traditions of the New York State
Police, Senior Investigator Terrence F. Mullen has distinguished himself
by his exemplary achievement and outstanding performance on behalf of
the community he so faithfully and courageously serves; and
WHEREAS, The dedicated efforts of public servants, such as Senior
Investigator Terrence F. Mullen, who unselfishly devote their lives to
the preservation of order and the protection of others are worthy of the
full praise of this Legislative Body and the people of the State of New
York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Senior Investigator Terrence F. Mullen upon the occasion of his
designation as the recipient of a Supervisor Recognition Award/Sworn at
the 33rd Annual State Police Awards Day Ceremony on May 11, 2009 in
recognition of his outstanding leadership abilities; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Senior Investigator Terrence F. Mullen.