LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Chief Gerald Nelson upon the occasion of
his retirement after 41 years of dedicated service to the New York City
Police Department

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and honor
those distinguished officers and citizens who would devote themselves to
public service, demonstrating great courage and diligence in providing
for the care and welfare of the citizens of their communities and this
great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Within every community of the State of New York there are
certain individuals who, by virtue of their commitment and dedication,
command the respect and admiration of their community for their exem-
plary contributions and service on behalf of others; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Chief Gerald
Nelson upon the occasion of his retirement after 41 years of dedicated
service to the New York City Police Department; a celebration was held
to recognize this auspicious milestone on Thursday, February 19, 2015,
at Brooklyn Borough Hall, Brooklyn, New York; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those dedicated
public servants who unselfishly devote their lives to the preservation
of order and the protection of others are worthy and due full praise for
their commitment and noble endeavors; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Chief Gerald Nelson upon the occasion of his retirement after 41
years of dedicated service to the New York City Police Department, and
to wish him well in all his future endeavors; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Chief Gerald Nelson.