LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Police Chief Joseph J. Goss upon the
occasion of his retirement from the Watertown Police Department on June
29, 2012

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 Police Chief
Joseph J. Goss upon the occasion of his retirement from the Watertown
Police Department; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Goss was hired as a Watertown police officer in July
of 1982, and appointed Police Chief on May 22, 2006, and has rendered
faithful, conscientious and valuable service to the Watertown Police
Department for nearly 30 years; and
WHEREAS, In his capacity as Chief of the Department, Joseph Goss has
served with loyalty, honor and distinction; 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 Police Chief Joseph Goss upon the occasion of his retirement from
the Watertown Police Department; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Police Chief Joseph Goss.