LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Investigator Keith W. Fox upon the occa-
sion of his designation as the recipient of a Superintendent's Commenda-
tion Award at the 35th Annual New York State Police Awards Day Ceremony
on May 19, 2011

WHEREAS, The quality and sanctity of community life are cherished
values, worthy of safeguarding; this Legislative Body is moved to honor
those who preserve and protect such values, lauding particularly their
unwavering courage and dedication in the daily performance of their
duties; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Investigator Keith W. Fox, of the Mid-Hudson office of the Community
Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), upon the occasion of his designation
as the recipient of a Superintendent's Commendation Award; and
WHEREAS, Investigator Keith W. Fox received the award in recognition
of his outstanding police work at the 35th Annual State Police Awards
Day Ceremony, held at the New York State Police Academy in Albany on
Thursday, May 19, 2011; and
WHEREAS, In early 2009, Investigator Fox began an investigation into a
marihuana trafficking network operating in the Central New York area;
initially, the intelligence he received on this criminal network was
limited; through his diligence and hours of surveillance, debriefings of
confidential informants, and exchange of information with other law
enforcement agencies, he was able to identify several levels of this
criminal network; and
WHEREAS, During the course of the investigation, he coordinated a
multi-jurisdictional investigation involving the United States Drug
Enforcement Administration, the Massachusetts State Police, and members
of CNET Mid-Hudson; and
WHEREAS, As a result of this collaborative effort, CNET Central
executed seven search warrants in Onondaga, Oswego and Schenectady Coun-
ties which resulted in the dismantling of an elaborate marihuana growing
operation and the seizure of over 350 pounds of marihuana, 200 marihuana
plants and approximately 250,000 dollars in U.S. currency; and
WHEREAS, CNET Hudson Valley, in addition, recovered 400 pounds of
marihuana from a tractor-trailer in Ulster County, and the Massachusetts
State Police executed three search warrants which resulted in the
seizure of approximately 800 pounds of marihuana, over one million
dollars in U.S. currency, and 40 long guns, including a machine gun; and
WHEREAS, The professionalism with which Investigator Keith W. Fox
conducted this investigation, coupled with his tenacity, investigative
skills, and willingness to work alongside and share information with
outside agencies, led to the success of the investigation; and
WHEREAS, In keeping with the finest traditions of the New York State
Police, Investigator Keith W. Fox has distinguished himself by his exem-
plary achievement and outstanding performance on behalf of those he so
faithfully and courageously serves; and
WHEREAS, The dedicated efforts of public servants, such as Investi-
gator Keith W. Fox, who unselfishly devote their lives to the preserva-
tion of order and the protection of others are worthy of the full praise
of this Legislative Body and the people of the State of New York; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Investigator Keith W. Fox upon the occasion of his designation as
the recipient of a Superintendent's Commendation Award at the 35th Annu-

al New York State Police Awards Day Ceremony on May 19, 2011; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Investigator Keith W. Fox.