LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring outgoing Chief James Kane upon the occa-
sion of his designation for special recognition after many years of
dedicated service to the New Hyde Park Fire Department

WHEREAS, The firefighters of New York State are renowned throughout the
Nation; their reputation is synonymous with excellence in the arduous
field of fire protection and prevention; and
WHEREAS, Since the early days of "teapot steamers," the volunteer
firefighter has been the cornerstone of our great Nation's efforts to
spare us from the ravages of fire; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to honor outgoing Chief James
Kane upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after
many years of dedicated service to the New Hyde Park Fire Department, to
be celebrated at its Annual Installation Dinner on Saturday, April 2,
2016, at Sand Castle, Franklin Square, New York; and
WHEREAS, Citizens across our State and Nation are inspired by and
indebted to our valiant firefighters who exhibit courage and bravery
every day in the course of their duties; and
WHEREAS, Volunteer firefighters and fire departments not only provide
the critical service of fire protection but also engage in other activ-
ities of great benefit and importance to the communities they serve; and
WHEREAS, James Kane began his illustrious 36-year career with the New
Hyde Park Fire Department on November 6, 1979, and has faithfully served
as the Department's Chief since 2011; and
WHEREAS, Firefighters exemplify the power of human compassion and the
strength of the American spirit through actions of the most heroic
magnitude; their sacrifices and their selfless dedication merit tribute
and recognition by all citizens of this great country; and
WHEREAS, It takes a special dedication, a strong desire to help others
and a tireless sense of community to forsake precious time with family
and friends to respond to the signal that a neighbor is in need; James
Kane is such a firefighter; throughout 36 years of devoted service, this
volunteer heroically performed, above and beyond the call of duty, those
responsibilities which define the task of fire protection; now, there-
fore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor outgoing Chief James Kane upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition after many years of dedicated service to the New
Hyde Park Fire Department; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to outgoing Chief James Kane.