LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Firefighter William Pillmeier, Jr.
upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 60
years of distinguished service to the Highland Engine and Hose Company,
Florida, New York

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 Firefighter William
Pillmeier, Jr. upon the occasion of his designation for special recogni-
tion after 60 years of distinguished service to the Highland Engine and
Hose Company, to be celebrated at its Annual Inspection Dinner and
Awards Ceremony on Saturday, June 11, 2016, at the Elks Lodge No. 1097
in Middletown, 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, 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, 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; William
Pillmeier, Jr. is such a firefighter; throughout 60 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
commend Firefighter William Pillmeier, Jr. upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition after 60 years of distinguished
service to the Highland Engine and Hose Company, Florida, New York; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to William Pillmeier, Jr.