LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Officer Robert G. Murphy upon the occa-
sion of his retirement from the Suffolk County 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 Officer Robert
G. Murphy upon the occasion of his retirement from the Suffolk County
Police Department; and
WHEREAS, Having a tenure of over 32 years, Officer Robert Murphy has
spent his entire career with the Patrol Division in the 6th Precinct
located in Selden; originally appointed on March 5, 1979, his scheduled
date of retirement is January 28, 2012; and
WHEREAS, During his career, Officer Robert Murphy has been awarded 12
department level recognitions, and was named "Cop of the Month" in
December of 1995 as a result of his dedication and service to the resi-
dents of Suffolk County; and
WHEREAS, Officer Robert Murphy has been an active member of the
Suffolk County Police Benevolent Association throughout his career and
has been the Union Trustee for the 6th Precinct for the past 14 years;
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 Officer Robert G. Murphy upon the occasion of his retirement from
the Suffolk County Police Department; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Officer Robert G. Murphy.