LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Ex-Chief Donald Pope upon the occasion
of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of distin-
guished service to the Halesite Fire Department

WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and Nation are inspired by and
indebted to our valiant firefighters who exhibit courage and bravery
every day in the course of their duties; 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 their selfless dedication merit tribute
and recognition by all citizens of this great country; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Ex-Chief
Donald Pope upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition
after 50 years of distinguished service to the Halesite Fire Department
on Saturday, February 27, 2010; and
WHEREAS, Donald Pope joined the Engine Company on February 4, 1960; he
was elected Lieutenant in 1964, and Captain in 1966 and later to all
three Assistant Chief positions; his proudest moment in Halesite was
being elected Chief in 1981; and
WHEREAS, One of Donald Pope's fondest memories in Halesite occurred
during his first year, where that year, he was part of the winning drill
team at the Holbrook Fire Department's tournament which also set a
Halesite record; and
WHEREAS, During Chief Pope's term, the Halesite Fire Department
received the delivery of a new 1975 American LaFrance aerial truck; the
Department's first voice and tone pagers were purchased at that time; in
addition to his contributions as Chief, Donald Pope served as Commis-
sioner of the Halesite Fire District from 1986-1988 and was affiliated
with numerous committees; and
WHEREAS, A member of the United States Marine Corps from 1961-1963,
Donald Pope has become one of Halesite's most active firefighters; he
was named Firefighter of the Year in 2006; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is pleased to join with the Halesite
Fire Department in expressing its sincere appreciation for Donald Pope
for his many years of exemplary service; he is a true asset to society;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Ex-Chief Donald Pope upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition after 50 years of distinguished service to the
Halesite Fire Department; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Donald Pope.