LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Deputy Inspector Eric R. Rodriguez upon
the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Exemplary Leadership
in Law Enforcement Award by Reaching-Out Community Services on April 28,
2011

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
Deputy Inspector Eric R. Rodriguez upon the occasion of his designation
as recipient of the Exemplary Leadership in Law Enforcement Award by
Reaching-Out Community Services to be celebrated at its Annual Dinner
and Gala at Rex Manor in Brooklyn, New York, on Thursday, April 28,
2011; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, Deputy Inspector Eric R.
Rodriguez has continually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary
intelligence and diligent leadership in his unwavering service to his
community and professions and consequently has been designated for this
most prestigious award; and
WHEREAS, In 2007, this outstanding police officer joined the 68th
Precinct, as a Captain and a Commanding Officer; he quickly made a
difference by working directly with the community members as well as
making vital connections with the civic organizations and neighborhood
leaders; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Inspector Eric R. Rodriguez takes a personal interest
in the events within his community and makes himself available to anyone
who comes to him with concerns or questions; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Inspector Eric R. Rodriguez has exemplified leadership
and commitment; he has offered continued support for Reaching-Out Commu-
nity Services, assisting with important causes such as the Toys-For-Tots
program and contributing to the annual Walk For Hunger event; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Inspector Eric R. Rodriguez has offered constant
sacrifice, dedicated service and sincere dedication to Reaching-Out
Community Services as well as the community as a whole; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the occurrence of such a compassionate blend-
ing of strength, intellect and commitment as that demonstrated by Deputy
Inspector Eric R. Rodriguez 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 Deputy Inspector Eric R. Rodriguez upon the occasion of his desig-
nation as recipient of the Exemplary Leadership in Law Enforcement Award
by Reaching-Out Community Services on April 28, 2011; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Deputy Inspector Eric R. Rodriguez.