LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Lieutenant Colonel Donald R. Slive upon
the occasion of his retirement after many years of distinguished service
to the 244th Medical Clinic, New York Guard

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the
significant milestones in the distinguished careers of esteemed resi-
dents of this noble Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Individuals who devote their lives to military service merit
the commendation and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire
State for their dedication and sacrifices which ensure our continued
role as a Nation which embodies the ideals of democracy, and as a defen-
der of liberty for people throughout the world; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Lieutenant Colonel Donald R. Slive upon the occasion of his retirement
after many years of distinguished service to the 244th Medical Clinic,
New York Guard to be celebrated at its Annual Reception and Retirement
Dinner at the Vinum Cafe, Brotherhood Winery in Washingtonville, New
York, on Sunday, March 27, 2011; and
WHEREAS, The 244th Medical Clinic is the principal, centrally located
medical asset of the New York Guard; with approximately 35 members, the
soldiers and officers of the 244th Medical Clinic are unpaid volunteer
physicians, surgeons, psychiatrists, dentists, nurses, psychologists,
paramedics, and experts in emergency planning and response, among other
professionals; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Colonel Donald R. Slive is a consultant to the
United States government on vocational and security matters; he was
commissioned a Captain in the New York Guard on December 16, 1998; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Colonel Donald R. Slive served in the 244th
Medical Clinic during the World Trade Center mobilization as the Guard's
chief Nuclear, Biological and Chemical weapons officer; he is now its
Provost Marshal; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Colonel Donald R. Slive is scheduled to be placed
on the State Reserve List on March 27, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the occurrence of such a blending of strength,
leadership, intellect, and commitment as that demonstrated by Lieutenant
Colonel Donald R. Slive over a lifetime of sacrifice and dedication to
others; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Lieutenant Colonel Donald R. Slive upon the occasion of his
retirement after many years of distinguished service to the 244th
Medical Clinic, New York Guard; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Lieutenant Colonel Donald R. Slive, Nanuet, New York.