LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Sheriff L. Michael Tabolt upon the occa-
sion of his retirement from the Lewis County Sheriff's Department

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 Sheriff L.
Michael Tabolt upon the occasion of his retirement from the Lewis County
Sheriff's Department to be celebrated with a Retirement Party held in
his honor at the Elks Club in Lowville, New York, on December 10, 2011;
and
WHEREAS, A resident of New Bremen, New York, and a Lowville native,
Sheriff L. Michael Tabolt of the Lewis County Sheriff's Department has
decided to retire at the end of 2011, after serving 37 years with the
department including eight years as sheriff; and
WHEREAS, Before being elected sheriff, L. Michael Tabolt served 29
years in the correctional, road patrol and criminal divisions of the
Sheriff's Department, and as the county's emergency services and fire
coordinator; and
WHEREAS, Sheriff L. Michael Tabolt considers himself fortunate to have
had such wonderful employees and leaving them has made the decision to
retire much more difficult, but he plans to lead with great pride right
until the end; and
WHEREAS, In his retirement Sheriff L. Michael Tabolt plans to enjoy
spending more time with his wife, children and grandchildren, all of
whom feel privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his
achievements; and
WHEREAS, In addition to spending more time with his cherished family,
Sheriff L. Michael Tabolt will try his hand at hobbies like woodworking
and carpentry; he will also remain active as a volunteer fireman for the
New Bremen Fire Department; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that those dedi-
cated public servants who unselfishly devote their lives to the preser-
vation 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 Sheriff L. Michael Tabolt upon the occasion of his retirement from
the Lewis County Sheriff's Department; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Sheriff L. Michael Tabolt.