LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Tony Navarro upon the occasion of
receiving the President's Award from the National Police Defense Founda-
tion on May 13, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize those
individuals of preeminent character whose lives exemplify the highest
ideals of humanity and whose lifework and civic endeavor serve to
enhance the quality of life in their communities and the great State of
New York; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Tony
Navarro upon the occasion of receiving the President's Award from the
National Police Defense Foundation at its Annual Awards Dinner to be
held on Thursday, May 13, 2010, at Russo's on the Bay, Howard Beach, New
York; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, Tony Navarro has continually
demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence and diligent
leadership in his unwavering service to his community and profession and
consequently has been designated for this most prestigious award; and
WHEREAS, Well-known and highly respected throughout the law enforce-
ment field, Tony Navarro serves on many Boards and Commissions; he is
currently the President of the Orange County Shields and is a member of
the Board of Directors of the Matteawan Federal Credit Union; in addi-
tion, he is the Second Vice President of the Fraternal Order of Police,
Mid-Hudson Lodge No.188; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary leader, Tony Navarro has devoted his life to
charitable organizations and events; he is the past President of the
Newburgh Chapter of UNICO National, the largest Italian-American service
organization in the United States; under his leadership the Chapter
significantly contributed to Hospice, food pantries and local charities;
today, he continues to serve the organization as a member of its Board
of Directors; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, Tony Navarro is also actively involved with the
Benevolent Protective Order of Elks Lodge No. 1493, where he has worked
tirelessly to support the cause for the cure of Cerebral Palsy; and
WHEREAS, Tony Navarro is a motorcycle enthusiast and member of the
Blue Knights Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club; he is associated with New
York State Shields, International Police Association, Retired and Disa-
bled Police of America, Knights of Columbus and a supporter of the
National Police Support Network; he is an outstanding NPDF member and a
member of the National Street Rod Association as well as a member of the
Good Guys Rod & Custom Association; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout has been his wife who feels privileged to
be a part of his life and rejoices in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the occurrence of such a compassionate blend-
ing of strength, intellect and commitment as that demonstrated by Tony
Navarro over a lifetime of sacrifice and dedication to others; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a
long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned the
recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Tony Navarro upon the occasion of receiving the President's Award
from the National Police Defense Foundation on May 13, 2010; and be it
further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Tony Navarro.