LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Chief Sean Kelleher of North Merrick
Fire Department's First Responder Squad upon the occasion of his desig-
nation for special recognition by the Merrick Chamber of Commerce

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who give
outstanding service to the people of the Empire State and whose extraor-
dinary achievements save the lives of their fellow citizens should be
recognized because their efforts so profoundly strengthen our shared
commitment to family and community life; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Chief Sean
Kelleher of North Merrick Fire Department's First Responder Squad upon
the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the Merrick
Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, January 24, 2013, at its Annual Instal-
lation Dinner; and
WHEREAS, Chief Sean Kelleher is being commended for his outstanding
dedication and partnership within his community; and
WHEREAS, On many occasions, the North Merrick Fire Department First
Responder Squad has acted with bravery and steady precision in dealing
with the risk and drama of emergency situations; and
WHEREAS, In the performance of their duties, Chief Sean Kelleher and
the members of the North Merrick Fire Department First Responder Squad
have demonstrated their character and their compassion for the welfare
of others and have proven to be tremendous assets to their community;
and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that we should give
special recognition to those who work so assiduously for the betterment
of their communities, and acknowledge publicly the heroic good works
performed by the volunteer fire departments of this great Empire State,
their officers and auxiliaries; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Chief Sean Kelleher of North Merrick Fire Department's First
Responder Squad upon the occasion of his designation for special recog-
nition by the Merrick Chamber of Commerce; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Chief Sean Kelleher.