Assembly Resolution No. 651

BY: M. of A. Buttenschon

COMMENDING Captain Don Cinque upon the occasion of
his retirement after 20 years of service to the
Utica Police Department

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and
honor those distinguished officers 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
exemplary contributions and service on behalf of others; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Captain
Don Cinque upon the occasion of his retirement after 20 years of service
to the Utica Police Department; and

WHEREAS, Captain Don Cinque began his esteemed law enforcement
career, spanning two decades, with the Utica Police Department in 2002;
throughout his many years of service, he worked in several departments
including Tactical Unit, K-9 with partner Rock, and Patrol Division
where he served as Captain and most recently, as Captain of the
Logistics and Resources unit, the position from which he officially
retired on February 25, 2022; and

WHEREAS, In this role, Captain Don Cinque oversaw the day-to-day
operations of the department's finances, budget, and staff; and

WHEREAS, Captain Don Cinque was also a team leader of METRO SWAT,
and modernized the unit with the most recent updated tactics, equipment
and industry standards; and

WHEREAS, Under his able leadership, METRO SWAT became a New York
State Accredited team and the Utica Police Department and the New
Hartford Police Department joined forces with the Oneida County
Sheriff's Office to create a larger METRO team; he also formed
partnerships with outside agencies to ensure teams within the greater
area would be able to work together in case of a major event; and

WHEREAS, Throughout his tenure, Captain Don Cinque truly served the
residents of the City of Utica with compassion, integrity, and fairness,
attributes which will forever serve as an example for his fellow
officers; 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 Captain Don Cinque upon the occasion of his retirement after 20
years of service to the Utica 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 Captain Don Cinque.