Senate Resolution No. 4884

BY: Senator AKSHAR

COMMENDING Sergeant Michael Franz upon the
occasion of his retirement after more than 31 years
of dedicated service to the New York State Police
Department

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and
honor those distinguished 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, The quality of life in these communities is largely
reflective of the commitment and dedication demonstrated by members of
the agencies which serve to protect, preserve and maintain public order;
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
exemplary contributions and service on behalf of others; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Sergeant
Michael Franz upon the occasion of his retirement after more than 31
years of dedicated service to the New York State Police Department; he
officially retired on March 30, 2018; and

WHEREAS, Michael Franz earned his bachelor's degree from SUNY
Binghamton, and became a member of the New York State Troopers on
September 22, 1986; he has served Troops L, E, C and H; and

WHEREAS, During his more than three decades, this extraordinary
police officer rose through the ranks beginning as Trooper and then
Investigator and Senior Investigator, before being promoted to the
esteemed rank of Sergeant; he was also a member of the New York State
Police Bagpipe Band; 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
commend Sergeant Michael Franz upon the occasion of his retirement after
more than 31 years of dedicated service to the New York State Police
Department, and to wish him well in all his future endeavors; and be it
further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Sergeant Michael Franz.