LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring outgoing President Russell Brown upon
the occasion of his designation for special recognition after many years
of dedicated service to the Albertson Fire Company on April 9, 2016

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 President
Russell Brown upon the occasion of his designation for special recogni-
tion after many years of dedicated service to the Albertson Fire Company
to be celebrated at its Annual Dinner on Saturday, April 9, 2016, at The
Royalton, Roslyn Heights, New York; and
WHEREAS, Russell Brown joined the Albertson Fire Company on February
12, 1996; wearing badge No. 68, he quickly rose through the ranks serv-
ing in numerous leadership positions including Treasurer, Treasurer to
the Board, First Lieutenant, Second Assistant Chief, First Assistant
Chief, Chief, and Vice President, as well as President, a position he
held from 2014-2016; 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, 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, 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, Many firefighters have lost their lives to save the lives of
others; each and every day, they face danger and peril without fear and
perform their job with the utmost concern and professionalism; 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; outgo-
ing President Russell Brown is such a firefighter; throughout his 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, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor outgoing President Russell Brown upon the occasion of his desig-
nation for special recognition after many years of dedicated service to
the Albertson Fire Company; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to outgoing President Russell Brown.