LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Chief Joseph Carbonette upon the occa-
sion of his retirement after 49 years of dedicated service to the Valley
Stream Auxiliary Police Unit 108, and after 16 years with the Village of
Valley Stream

WHEREAS, The quality and character of life in the State of New York is
greatly enriched by the faithful and generous service of those who
devote their purposeful endeavors in service to their community, helping
to protect and preserve the community and its citizens; and
WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to recognize and
pay just tribute to individuals of such magnanimous conduct and bearing
who demonstrate a deep and continuing concern for others, and in so
doing, inspire others to do the same; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, it is the intent of this Legislative Body to
commend Chief Joseph Carbonette upon the occasion of his retirement
after 49 years of distinguished service to the Valley Stream Auxiliary
Police Unit 108, and after 16 years with the Village of Valley Stream;
and
WHEREAS, This exceptional man, who previously retired in 1992 from the
United States Postal Service after 33 years of service, gave not only of
his time and energies but also of his competence, intelligence and lead-
ership; and
WHEREAS, As an Auxiliary Policeman for almost five decades, Chief
Joseph Carbonette donated his time on behalf of the citizens and busi-
nesses of Valley Stream; trained by members of the police department, he
provided an extra police presence within the community, patrolling not
only his own neighborhood but also assisting at community events such as
parades, and during emergencies; and
WHEREAS, Chief Joseph Carbonette possessed a wide variety of talents
and abilities; in this capacity, he was on call to assist the police
whenever necessary; in so doing, he helped to improve the quality of
protection provided to Valley Stream families, businesses and communi-
ties, and throughout, earned the respect and admiration of both the
police and his neighbors; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife of 14 years, Vicky,
his three children, Joe, Ben, and Cathy, Vicky's daughter, Dawn, and her
two children, as well as his 10 grandchildren, all of whom feel privi-
leged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Chief Joseph Carbonette has
displayed throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Chief Joseph Carbonette upon the occasion of his retirement
after 49 years of dedicated service to the Valley Stream Auxiliary
Police Unit 108, and after 16 years with the Village of Valley Stream;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Chief Joseph Carbonette.