LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Trooper Richard J. Snyder upon the occa-
sion of his designation as the recipient of a Brummer 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
Trooper Richard J. Snyder, of Troop D, Oneida, New York, upon the occa-
sion of his designation as the recipient of a Brummer Award, the highest
award for bravery a member of the New York State Police can receive; and
WHEREAS, Trooper Richard J. Snyder received this high honor in recog-
nition of his courage and valor in the performance of duty 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, On June 22, 2010, Trooper Richard J. Snyder, along with
Sergeant S/C Thomas E. Haumann and Trooper Carlo Gennario, Jr.,
responded to a domestic dispute in the Town of Vienna, where a man
possessed a shotgun and threatened to shoot a baby, as well as respond-
ing law enforcement personnel; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant Haumann, Trooper Gennario and Trooper Synder
confronted a horrifying and stressful situation, which quickly became an
armed confrontation; their quick and resolute actions stopped a murderer
from continuing his homicidal actions and insured the safety of other
officers and citizens; and
WHEREAS, Trooper Snyder is to be commended for the professionalism and
courage he displayed; and
WHEREAS, In keeping with the finest traditions of the New York State
Police, Trooper Richard J. Snyder has distinguished himself by his exem-
plary and outstanding performance on behalf of the community he so
faithfully and courageously serves; and
WHEREAS, The dedicated efforts of public servants, such as Trooper
Richard J. Snyder, 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 Trooper Richard J. Snyder upon the occasion of his designation as
the recipient of a Brummer Award at the 35th Annual 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 Trooper Richard J. Snyder.