LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Firefighter Fred Snyder upon the occa-
sion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedi-
cated service to Copenhagen Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.

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, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Firefighter Fred Snyder upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to Copenhagen Volunteer
Fire Department, Inc.; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary Firefighter, Fred Snyder will be honored by the
members of the Copenhagen Volunteer Fire Department at its Annual Fire-
man's Banquet to be held on Saturday, April 10, 2010; and
WHEREAS, Fred Snyder proudly joined the Copenhagen Volunteer Fire
Department in 1960; today, he is still an active member who has served
on the Board of Directors for the past 15 years; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Fred Snyder has continuously donated his time
and talents as an Auctioneer for the Copenhagen Volunteer Fire Depart-
ment at its two annual auctions; and
WHEREAS, Fred Snyder has been married to his wife Ann for 52 years,
and together, they are the proud parents of five children; Sherry,
Chris, Joyce, Lori and the late Fred Jr.; and
WHEREAS, The firefighters of New York State are renowned throughout
the Nation; their reputation is synonymous with excellence in the ardu-
ous field of fire protection and prevention; and
WHEREAS, Since the early days of "teapot steamers," the volunteer
firefighter has been the cornerstone of our great Nation's efforts to
spare us from the ravages of fire; and
WHEREAS, Volunteer firefighters and fire departments not only provide
the critical service of fire protection but also engage in other activ-
ities of great benefit and importance to the communities they serve; and
WHEREAS, It takes a special dedication, a strong desire to help others
and a tireless sense of community to forsake precious time with family
and friends to respond to the signal that a neighbor is in need; Fred
Snyder is such a firefighter; throughout 50 years of devoted service,
this volunteer heroically performed, above and beyond the call of duty,
those responsibilities which define the task of fire protection; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Firefighter Fred Snyder upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to Copenhagen
Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Fred Snyder.