LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Captain Paul Piastro upon the occasion
of his retirement from the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office

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 Captain Paul
Piastro upon the occasion of his retirement from the Dutchess County
Sheriff's Office, to be celebrated on Wednesday, June 6, 2012, at the
Poughkeepsie Grandview in Poughkeepsie, New York; and
WHEREAS, In 1984, Captain Paul Piastro was hired as a Deputy Sheriff
for the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office; two years later he was
promoted to detective; and
WHEREAS, Paul Piastro continued to climb the ranks serving as FBINA
No. 162, Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain, respectively; and
WHEREAS, A highly qualified officer, Captain Paul Piastro has been
trained in Homicide Investigation, Lie Detection, Martial Arts, Child
Abduction Response and NYS Counter Terrorism, to name just a few; and
WHEREAS, He has provided support and protection to numerous Presi-
dents, Dignitaries and celebrities; and
WHEREAS, Captain Paul Piastro is known for his fairness and under-
standing, for his professionalism, dedication and enthusiasm; and
WHEREAS, This remarkable officer has a personnel file filled with
letters for outstanding performance, appreciation and accreditation; and
WHEREAS, Moreover, Captain Paul Piastro is highly involved in his
community and participates in fund raising and awareness events as well
as charity runs; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife of 33 years, Linda,
and his children, Sasha and Michael as well as one grandson, all of whom
feel privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his achieve-
ments; 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 Captain Paul Piastro upon the occasion of his retirement from the
Dutchess County Sheriff's Office; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Captain Paul Piastro.