LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Suffolk County Police Officer Jacqueline
A. Fields upon the occasion of her retirement

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 Suffolk County
Police Officer Jacqueline A. Fields upon the occasion of her retirement
on Monday, February 27, 2012; and
WHEREAS, Officer Jacqueline (Jackie) Fields began her career on Febru-
ary 25, 1985, and is completing 27 years of distinguished service; and
WHEREAS, Officer Jackie Fields started in the 5th Precinct Patrol in
Patchogue, served some of her time in Recruitment, Communications and
with the Chief of Headquarters; she spent the last 21 years as a
DARE/Police Smart Officer educating youth about the dangers of drugs and
alcohol; and
WHEREAS, Loved and greatly appreciated, Officer Jackie Fields taught
at the Longwood, Center Moriches, Shoreham, Rocky Point and William
Floyd School Districts; she is a resident of Ridge and is an active
contributing member of her church where she volunteers on a weekly
basis; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout has been her husband, David, who feels
privileged to be a part of her life and rejoices in her achievements;
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 Suffolk County Police Officer Jacqueline A. Fields upon the occa-
sion of her retirement; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Jacqueline A. Fields.