Senate Resolution No. 50

BY: Senator RANZENHOFER

COMMENDING Firefighter David Humbert upon the
occasion of his designation for special recognition
after 50 years of dedicated service to the North
Bailey Fire Company

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 David Humbert
upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50
years of dedicated service to the North Bailey Fire Company to be
celebrated at its Annual Installation of Officers Banquet on Saturday,
January 28, 2017; and

WHEREAS, Volunteer firefighters and fire departments not only
provide the critical service of fire protection but also engage in other
activities of great benefit and importance to the communities they
serve; and

WHEREAS, Renowned throughout the local community, David Humbert has
been a dedicated and vital member of the North Bailey Fire Company for
five decades; during this time he has served in several capacities
including as Chief for 14 years total and as President for 12 years
consecutively; and

WHEREAS, In addition, he served as a Central Fire Alarm dispatcher
for more than 25 years; 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;
David Humbert is such a firefighter; throughout 50 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 David Humbert for 50 years of distinguished service;
and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to David Humbert.