LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Firefighter John Schadt, Jr. upon the
occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of
dedicated service to Monell Engine Company

WHEREAS, The firefighters of New York State are renowned throughout the
Nation; their reputation is synonymous with excellence in the arduous
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, This Legislative Body is proud to commend Firefighter John
Schadt, Jr. upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition
after 50 years of dedicated service to Monell Engine Company; and
WHEREAS, John "Sonny" Schadt joined the Monell Engine Company in June
of 1959; he held the office of Chief several times, including 1967,
1971-1972, and 1981-1982; and
WHEREAS, Serving as President of Monell Engine Company, John Schadt,
Jr. is the current Chairman of the Board of Commissioners; 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; John
Schadt, Jr. 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 John Schadt, Jr. for 50 years of distinguished
service; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to John Schadt, Jr.