LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Police Chief Ty Cochran upon the occa-
sion of his retirement after 33 years of dedicated service to the Sout-
hold Police 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 Police Chief
Ty Cochran upon the occasion of his retirement after 33 years of dedi-
cated service to the Southold Police Department; and
WHEREAS, This most auspicious occasion was marked by a special "walk
out" ceremony held outside Southold Police Department Headquarters in
Peconic, New York, on Tuesday, July 5, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Beginning his police career in 1980, Ty Cochran worked his
way up through the ranks to become Chief in 2000; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those dedicated
public servants who unselfishly devote their lives to the preservation
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 Police Chief Ty Cochran upon the occasion of his retirement after
33 years of dedicated service to the Southold Police Department; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Police Chief Ty Cochran.