LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Deputy Inspector John J. Sprague upon
the occasion of receiving the Public Service Award from the Council of
Neighborhood Organizations Inc. on June 3, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and
honor those distinguished officers and citizens who would devote them-
selves 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, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Deputy Inspector John J. Sprague upon the occasion of receiving the
Public Service Award from the Council of Neighborhood Organizations Inc.
(C.O.N.O.) at its 26th Annual Dance to be held on Thursday, June 3,
2010, at Sirico's Caterers, Brooklyn, New York; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, Deputy Inspector John J. Spra-
gue has continually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary
intelligence, and diligent leadership in his unwavering service to his
community and subsequently has been selected for this most prestigious
honor; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Inspector John J. Sprague began his esteemed career
with the NYPD in 1991 as a member of the 70th precinct; in 1996 he was
assigned to the Organized Crime Control Bureau's Narcotics Division; and
WHEREAS, Displaying exemplary leadership skills, Deputy Inspector John
J. Sprague was promoted to Sergeant in 1997 and was assigned to the 120
precinct; and
WHEREAS, In 2000, Deputy Inspector John J. Sprague was made Lieutenant
and assigned to the 67 precinct and 123 precinct; in 2003, he was
advanced to the 63 precinct and 67 precincts as the XO; in December
2006, he was appointed Commanding Officer of the 62 precinct; and
WHEREAS, Well-liked and highly respected by all officers, John J.
Sprague was promoted to Deputy Inspector in August 2008 and was assigned
as the Commanding Officer of the 66 precinct in January 2010; and
WHEREAS, Born in Brooklyn, Deputy Inspector John J. Sprague currently
resides in Staten Island; he earned his Bachelor of Science degree from
John Jay College and is a graduate of Columbia University Graduate
School of Business Police Management Institute; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Michele, and his
children, Samantha and Jordan, all of whom feel privileged to be a part
of his life and rejoice in his 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
commend Deputy Inspector John J. Sprague upon the occasion of receiving
the Public Service Award from the Council of Neighborhood Organizations
Inc. on June 3, 2010; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Deputy Inspector John J. Sprague.