Assembly Resolution No. 427

BY: M. of A. Norris

HONORING Chief William Karn Jr. upon the occasion
of his retirement after 27 years of distinguished
service to the Lancaster Police Department

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the
significant milestones in the distinguished careers of esteemed
residents of this noble Empire State; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Chief William Karn Jr. upon the occasion of his retirement after 27
years of distinguished service to the Lancaster Police Department; and

WHEREAS, A graduate of Lancaster High School and the University at
Buffalo School of Law, started working at the Lancaster Police
Department in February 1996; and

WHEREAS, In 2012, Chief William Karn Jr. was promoted to Captain and
oversaw the Detective Bureau until he was promoted to Police Chief in
2019; and

WHEREAS, As Chief, William Karn Jr. added a police officer position,
dispatcher, and School Resource Officer; he also authorized and helped
develop the LPD Therapy Dog Program, School Liaison Program, and the
Community Outreach Unit; and

WHEREAS, For the past 27 years, Chief William Karn Jr. rendered
faithful, conscientious, and valuable service to the Lancaster Police
Department, earning the admiration, esteem, and affection of his
colleagues; and

WHEREAS, In his capacity as Chief, William Karn Jr. served with
loyalty, honor and distinction, and was governed by a keen sense of duty
and always showed a unique grasp of human problems in his official acts;
and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when
individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our
attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens
of the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Chief William Karn Jr. upon the occasion of his retirement after
27 years of distinguished service to the Lancaster Police Department;
and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Chief William Karn Jr.