LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Jeff Frayler upon the occasion of being
named Grand Marshal of the Huntington, New York, Ancient Order of Hiber-
nians, John F. Kennedy Division 4's 2012 St. Patrick's Day Parade on
March 11, 2012

WHEREAS, Saint Patrick's Day is a time for people of all nationalities
and generations to assemble and celebrate the rich culture and heritage
of the Irish people throughout these United States; and
WHEREAS, A Saint Patrick's Day parade reflects and records the ongoing
history of the United States and Ireland and highlights the many
contributions and historical accomplishments of the Irish community in
this diverse land; and
WHEREAS, For 78 years, the Huntington Ancient Order of Hibernians' St.
Patrick's Parade has remained dedicated to promoting Irish heritage and
culture, family and patriotic values; and
WHEREAS, With its motto, "Friendship Unity and Christian Charity," the
Huntington Ancient Order of Hibernians dedicate a large portion of their
work to charity, and is one of the leading donors to the town's eight
local parish food pantries; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Jeff Frayler,
President of the Suffolk County Police Benevolent Association, upon the
occasion of being named Grand Marshal of the Huntington Ancient Order of
Hibernians' 2012 St. Patrick's Day Parade on Sunday, March 11, 2012; and
WHEREAS, Jeff Frayler earned an Associate of Arts degree in Criminal
Justice from SUNY Farmington in 1976, and a Bachelor of Science degree
in Behavioral Sciences from the New York Institute of Technology in
1978; and
WHEREAS, A United States Marine Corps veteran, Jeff Frayler honorably
served his country for three years at the rank of Sergeant; and
WHEREAS, Jeff Frayler began his career as a Police Officer in the
First Precinct; for 12 years, he served in the emergency services of
SWAT, rescue unit and bomb squads; and
WHEREAS, This outstanding individual is the recipient of the Combat
Gold Medal, two Meritorious Police Service Awards, the Exceptional Meri-
torious Police Award, the Police Professionalism Award, the World Trade
Center Ribbon, the Outstanding Professional of the Year Award, and 28
Police Commendations; and
WHEREAS, A valued and involved member of his community, Jeff Frayler
is the current President of the Police Benevolent Association; he is
also a member of the Emerald Society, the New York State Association of
P.B.A.'s, and the National Association of Police Organizations; and
WHEREAS, Each year as we honor St. Patrick, whose life mirrored a deep
and abiding example of the challenges of sainthood, we are mindful of
the history of the Irish people and their struggle against oppression,
religious intolerance and political, social and economic barriers; and
WHEREAS, A St. Patrick's Day Parade celebrates the spirit, purity and
strength of the Irish Culture and its fine traditions and provides an
opportunity for people of all generations to assemble in ethnic pride
and pageantry; and
WHEREAS, A fitting choice to serve as Grand Marshal of the Huntington
Ancient Order of Hibernians' 2012 St. Patrick's Day Parade, Jeff Frayler
embodies the spirit and the cherished ideals and values of Irish-Ameri-
cans of this great State and Nation; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Jeff Frayler upon the occasion of being named Grand Marshal of the
Huntington, New York, Ancient Order of Hibernians, John F. Kennedy Divi-

sion 4's 2012 St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 11, 2012; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Jeff Frayler.