LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Firefighter and Out-Going President
Roy R. Fries upon the occasion of his designation for special recogni-
tion after 47 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 Chief
Roy R. Fries upon the occasion of his designation for special recogni-
tion after 47 years of dedicated service to the North Lindenhurst Fire
Department; and
WHEREAS, Since entering the North Lindenhurst Fire Department as a
firefighter, Roy R. Fries has worked his way up the ranks, holding many
prestigious positions including Lieutenant, Deputy Chief, Chief, Vice
President and ultimately President of the Department; and
WHEREAS, Roy R. Fries has made many contributions to his field,
including obtaining a much needed new ambulance for the department, as
well as acting as a liaison between Nassau/Suffolk Fire Department to
coordinate blood service to emergency incidents; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Roy R. Fries served as President of Babylon
Central Fire Alarm where he worked with Town of Babylon fire depart-
ments, corporations, villages and attorneys regarding the new laws
enacted that impact fire departments and volunteer firefighters; and
WHEREAS, Roy R. Fries has initiated several valuable public relation
programs including prostate screenings, informing residents of carbon
monoxide dangers and its prevention, as well as offering first aid
classes to local Girl Scouts and Little League coaches; he also secured
a grant for the purchase of a safety hazard hose enhancing the North
Lindenhurst Fire Department Fire Prevention program; and
WHEREAS, In 1975, Roy R. Fries was honored with the esteemed Fireman
of the Year Award for heroically saving a life in the line of duty; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, Roy R. Fries is personally responsible for
establishing a softball team as well as a Junior Drill Team named the
Piston Knockers, which made it to the New York State Championship four
years in a row; 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; Roy R.
Fries is such a firefighter; throughout 47 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 Roy R. Fries for many years of distinguished
service; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Roy R. Fries.