LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Firefighter Edward S. Kicinski upon
the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 35 years
of dedicated service to the North Lindenhurst Fire Department

WHEREAS, The firefighters of New York State are renowned throughout the
Nation; their reputation is synonymous with excellence in the arduous
field of fire protection and prevention; and
WHEREAS, Since the early days of "teapot steamers," the volunteer
firefighter has been the cornerstone of our great Nation's efforts to
spare us from the ravages of fire; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to commend Firefighter Edward
S. Kicinski upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition
after 35 years of dedicated service to the North Lindenhurst Fire
Department; and
WHEREAS, Edward S. Kicinski joined the North Lindenhurst Fire Depart-
ment in 1976, became a member of Hook, Ladder and Engine Company No. 3
and is presently still a member of Company No. 3; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his career Edward S. Kicinski had been diligent in
maintaining his professional training, always harboring a love for his
profession, and a profound work ethic; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Edward S. Kicinski is a proud member of the
"HITMEN" softball team; and
WHEREAS, Edward S. Kicinski is certainly an asset to the department
and community and is always anxious to assist the North Lindenhurst Fire
Department in any way; and
WHEREAS, Volunteer firefighters and fire departments not only provide
the critical service of fire protection but also engage in other activ-
ities of great benefit and importance to the communities they serve; and
WHEREAS, It takes a special dedication, a strong desire to help others
and a tireless sense of community to forsake precious time with family
and friends to respond to the signal that a neighbor is in need; Edward
S. Kicinski is such a firefighter; throughout 35 years of devoted
service, this volunteer heroically performed, above and beyond the call
of duty, those responsibilities which define the task of fire
protection; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Firefighter Edward S. Kicinski for 35 years of distinguished
service; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Edward S. Kicinski.