LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Patrick Timlin upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the 2011 Irishman of the Year Award by the
New York Police Department Emerald Society, Inc.

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 tradition, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Patrick Timlin upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the
2011 Irishman of the Year Award by the New York Police Department (NYPD)
Emerald Society, Inc.; this auspicious occasion will be celebrated at
the 58th Annual Dinner Dance of the NYPD Emerald Society, to be held on
Friday, April 1, 2011, at Leonard's of Great Neck in Great Neck, New
York; and
WHEREAS, Patrick Timlin is Deputy Commissioner of Operations for the
New York City Police Department; and
WHEREAS, Born in Whitburn, Scotland, Patrick Timlin emigrated to the
United States in 1958 aboard the RMS Carinthia; he and his family
settled in the Park Slope neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York; and
WHEREAS, Patrick Timlin followed the career of his uncle and role
model, New York City Police Officer Mike Rafferty of the 17th precinct
and medical division, when he too joined the New York City Police
Department in 1980; and
WHEREAS. Retiring from the uniformed service in 2002 at the rank of
Assistant Chief, and Commanding Officer of Patrol, Bronx Borough,
Patrick Timlin had previously served as the Commanding Officer of Queens
detectives (67th and 114th precincts), and in many patrol commands and
the NYPD Emergency Service Unit; and
WHEREAS, After his retirement from the NYPD uniformed service in 2002,
Patrick Timlin worked as an attorney at an SEC Registered Investment
Advisor and as Chief Executive Officer of MSA Security Services, Inc.;
and
WHEREAS, In January 2010, Patrick Timlin became the Deputy Commission-
er of Operations at the New York City Police Department; and
WHEREAS, Patrick Timlin attended Power Memorial High School and holds
a Bachelor of Science in Management from St. Francis College, as well as
a Juris Doctor degree from New York Law School; he is a member of the
Bar of the State of New York; and
WHEREAS, A lifelong member of the NYPD Emerald Society, Patrick Timlin
considers his recognition as 2011 Irishman of the Year to be one of the
greatest honors of his life; and
WHEREAS. With him throughout has been his wife, Patricia, who feels
privileged to be a part of his life and rejoices in his distinguished
accomplishments and achievements; together they are the proud and
devoted parents of two boys, Patrick and Matthew; and
WHEREAS, When individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are
brought to our attention, it is the intent of this Legislative Body that
they should be recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire
State; 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 Patrick Timlin upon the occasion of his designation as recipient
of the 2011 Irishman of the Year Award by the New York Police Department
Emerald Society, Inc.; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Patrick Timlin.