LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Outgoing Chief Gerard Keuchler upon
the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the Massape-
qua Fire Department

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 commend Outgoing Chief
Gerard Keuchler upon the occasion of his designation for special recog-
nition by the Massapequa Fire Department to be celebrated at its 106th
Annual Installation Dinner on Saturday, May 7, 2016, at Crest Hollow
Country Club, Woodbury, New York; 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, 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; Gerard
Keuchler is such a firefighter; throughout his many years of devoted
service, he has 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
commend Outgoing Chief Gerard Keuchler for his distinguished service to
the Massapequa Fire Department and his community; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Outgoing Chief Gerard Keuchler.