LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Frank Carletta upon the occasion of his
selection as Oneida County Legionnaire of the Year

WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York, who
have served so valiantly and honorably in wars in which this country's
freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace in peace-
time, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to commend those
who have served in times of active conflict, as well as those who have
served in times of peace; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Frank Carletta
upon the occasion of his selection as Oneida County Legionnaire of the
Year at the county convention in Lee Center; and
WHEREAS, A 27-year Legionnaire, Frank Carletta was also selected at a
separate convention as 5th District Legionnaire of the Year which
includes Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Oneida, Onondaga and Oswego coun-
ties; subsequently, he is now being considered for the statewide Legion-
naire Award; and
WHEREAS, A United States Army veteran who served in the Vietnam War,
Frank Carletta is the Smith Post chaplain and has held several other
positions including commander, historian and executive hoard; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, Frank Carletta is a member of the community's
Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremony committee and was a volunteer
escort for two of the trips by Oneida County World War II veterans to
the WWII Memorial in Washington, D.C.; he is not only a veteran, but an
example of what is a true Legionnaire, and
WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage
with which these men and women served their country, and must recognize
that no greater debt is owed than that owed to those who gave their
lives for their beloved Nation and to those who continue to be missing
in action; and
WHEREAS, Having exhibited their patriotism both at home and abroad,
these men and women demonstrated their love for their country and merit
forevermore, the highest respect of their State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, Our Nation's veterans deserve to be recognized, commended and
thanked by the people of the State of New York for their service and for
their dedication to their communities, their State and their Nation;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Frank Carletta upon the occasion of his selection as Oneida County
Legionnaire of the Year; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Frank Carletta.