LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Corrections Officer Douglas Patti upon
the occasion of his retirement after 27 years of distinguished service
to the Attica Correctional Facility

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 Corrections
Officer Douglas Patti upon the occasion of his retirement after 27 years
of distinguished service to the Attica Correctional Facility; and
WHEREAS, A proud lifetime resident of Attica, New York, Douglas Patti
graduated from Attica High School in 1972, Genesee County Police Offi-
cers Academy in 1975, and Erie County Advanced Police Officers Academy
in 1977; and
WHEREAS, Dedicated to the field of police work, Douglas Patti attended
Genesee Community College and earned a degree in Criminal Justice in
1978; a few years later, in 1982, he proudly graduated from the New York
State Corrections Officers Academy; and
WHEREAS, After serving several years as a Police Officer for the Atti-
ca Police Department, Douglas Patti became a Corrections Officer at the
Attica Correctional Facility in 1982; and
WHEREAS, In addition to his diligent service as a Corrections Officer,
Douglas Patti was a member of the Attica Correctional Facility Fire
Brigade as well as the Emergency Response Team; moreover, he was the
Chairman of the Attica Correctional Facility Employee Assistance
Program; and
WHEREAS, Douglas Patti has not only distinguished himself in his
profession but also through his sincere dedication and substantial
contributions to his community; and
WHEREAS, For many years, Douglas Patti was an active member of the
Attica Fire Department, where he served as Secretary; an exemplary lead-
er, he has diligently served as the Attica Town Councilman and is
currently serving as the Attica Town Supervisor; he is also a member of
the Wyoming County Board of Supervisors; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife of 18 years, Jill, his
son, Tony (Stephanie), and his daughter, Angela, as well as his grand-
children, Dominic and Sophia, all of whom feel privileged to be a part
of his life and rejoice in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, Douglas Patti's wisdom, guid-
ance and most of all unparalleled professionalism, will be greatly
missed by all the officers at the Attica Correctional Facility but never
forgotten; 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 Corrections Officer Douglas Patti upon the occasion of his retire-
ment after 27 years of distinguished service to the Attica Correctional
Facility and to wish him continued success in all of his future endeav-
ors; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Corrections Officer Douglas Patti.