LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Sergeant William T. Luce upon the occa-
sion of his retirement from the Village of Waterloo Police Department

WHEREAS, It is the sense 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 exem-
plary contributions and service on behalf of others; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Sergeant
William T. Luce upon the occasion of his retirement from the Village of
Waterloo Police Department; and
WHEREAS, The son of William and Mona Luce, Sergeant William T. Luce
began his career in law enforcement in 1984, as a Deputy Sheriff with
the Seneca County Sheriff's Department; he transferred to the Village of
Waterloo Police Department in 1989; and
WHEREAS, A true citizen of Waterloo, New York, Sergeant William T.
Luce believes in giving back to the community he loves so much; he
served as the Athletic Director and Basketball Coach at St. Mary's
School for seven years, coached the Waterloo High School Modified,
Junior Varsity and Varsity Softball Teams and in the Waterloo Little
League for 10 years, and was a member of the Waterloo Recreation Commit-
tee for 15 years; and
WHEREAS, With Sergeant William T. Luce throughout have been his wife,
Kathleen, and their two daughters, Lindsey and Stephanie, all of whom
feel privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his many
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 Sergeant William T. Luce upon the occasion of his retirement from
the Village of Waterloo Police Department, and to wish him continued
success in all of his future endeavors; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Sergeant William T. Luce.