LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Watertown, New York, Firefighter Ray L.
Barden upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the American
Legion Law and Order Award

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, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Watertown, New York, Firefighter Ray L. Barden upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the American Legion Law and Order Award;
this auspicious occasion will be celebrated on Thursday, April 26, 2012,
at the Law and Order Night dinner hosted by Army and Navy American
Legion Post 61 in Watertown, New York; and
WHEREAS, Firefighter Ray L. Barden of the City of Watertown, New York,
Fire Department joined the Department on August 5, 1974; during his
distinguished 37 year tenure he has worked as an EMT and Acting Captain,
and was primarily assigned to Engine 1 on "C" platoon; and
WHEREAS, Upon his retirement in April 2012, after more than 37 dedi-
cated years of service to the citizens of Watertown, New York, Fire-
fighter Ray L. Barden was nominated as the City of Watertown Fire
Department's Firefighter of the Year; 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 Watertown, New York, Firefighter Ray L. Barden upon the occasion
of his designation as recipient of the American Legion Law and Order
Award; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Firefighter Ray L. Barden of the City of Watertown, New York,
Fire Department.