LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Captain Ann P. Bollman upon the occasion
of her 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
Captain Ann P. Bollman upon the occasion of her 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, Captain Ann P. Bollman was a Physician Assistant for 244th
Medical Clinic; she first joined the New York Guard on September 29,
2001, during the World Trade Center mobilization as a First Lieutenant;
she rose to the rank of Captain and was placed on the State Reserve List
on July 21, 2010; and
WHEREAS, Captain Ann P. Bollman is a qualified instructor for many
areas of lifesaving and emergency management; she has planned, taught
and managed rigorous training courses for New York Guard personnel
increasing mission readiness in support of State military and civil
authority in case of need; and
WHEREAS, Among her many other accomplishments, Captain Ann P. Bollman
has been highly decorated for her exemplary service during the World
Trade Center mobilization, missions in support of the New York National
Guard and for saving the life of a soldier in anaphylactic shock; and
WHEREAS, Though she has 'aged out' of the New York Guard, at the age
of 68, Captain Ann P. Bollman is an active member of the Federal Disas-
ter Medical Assistance Team, operating under extremely austere condi-
tions in response to hurricanes and similar disasters; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the occurrence of such a blending of strength,
leadership, intellect, and commitment as that demonstrated by Captain
Ann P. Bollman over a lifetime of sacrifice and dedication to others;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Captain Ann P. Bollman upon the occasion of her 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 Captain Ann P. Bollman, Poughkeepsie, New York.