Senate Resolution No. 2630

BY: Senator BRESLIN

HONORING Officer Timothy Travis upon the occasion
of his designation as recipient of the Meritorious
Service Award by the Town of Bethlehem

WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon the people of the State of New York to
recognize and acknowledge those within our midst who have made
significant contributions to the quality of life therein; and

WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of
certain extraordinary individuals it wishes to recognize for their
valued contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly
acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among
us all; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Officer
Timothy Travis upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the
Meritorious Service Award by the Town of Bethlehem, celebrated at a
Ceremony on Thursday, May 11, 2017, at the Town of Bethlehem Court, in
Bethlehem, New York; and

WHEREAS, The Town of Bethlehem honored police department members for
outstanding service in recognition of Police Week in conjunction with
National Police Week; these fellow officers were awarded for their brave
acts in the apprehension of unlikely criminals; and

WHEREAS, The Meritorious Service Award is presented for a highly
unusual accomplishment under adverse conditions with some degree of
hazard to life and limb to the nominee, or where death or injury to a
third party is prevented; and

WHEREAS, On Tuesday, May 24, 2016, Officer Timothy Travis and fellow
officers responded to a report of a possible burglary in progress in a
residential area in Selkirk, New York; and

WHEREAS, Upon arrival, Timothy Travis and his fellow officers were
able to establish a perimeter without the suspect noticing their
presence; they were able to make a tactical entry into the residence and
locate the suspect destroying property in the house; and

WHEREAS, Due to the teamwork and coordination of the officers on the
scene, the subject was apprehended without incident; and

WHEREAS, It is the custom 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 Officer Timothy Travis upon the occasion of his designation as
recipient of the Meritorious Service Award by the Town of Bethlehem; and
be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Officer Timothy Travis.