LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Officer Michael Pedersen upon the occa-
sion of receiving the Police Chiefs Association of Ulster County's Meri-
torious Police Service Heroism Award on May 4, 2011

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and honor
those distinguished officers and citizens who would devote themselves 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, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Officer Micha-
el Pedersen upon the occasion of receiving the Police Chiefs Association
of Ulster County's Meritorious Police Service Heroism Award, to be cele-
brated its Annual Awards Banquet on Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at Wiltwyck
Golf Club in Kingston, New York; and
WHEREAS, A member of the Kingston Police Department, Officer Michael
Pedersen is being recognized for demonstrating heroism in his confronta-
tion and pursuit of a criminal, as well as his tenacity in emerging from
a life-threatening situation; and
WHEREAS, On March 18, 2010, Officer Michael Pedersen had his training
put to the test when he encountered an individual who had a warrant out
for his arrest; after a close pursuit and perilous struggle, this brave
officer was able to overcome and apprehend the criminal; 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
honor Officer Michael Pedersen upon the occasion of receiving the Police
Chiefs Association of Ulster County's Meritorious Police Service Heroism
Award on May 4, 2011; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Officer Michael Pedersen.