Senate Resolution No. 2359

BY: Senator GRIFFO

HONORING Officer Michael Durant upon the occasion
of his retirement after 27 years of distinguished
service to the Oneida County Sheriff's Office

WHEREAS, Law enforcement officers from the State of New York put
their lives on the line day in and day out for the citizens of this
great Empire State; and

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and
honor those distinguished officers 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
exemplary contributions and service on behalf of others; Officer Michael
Durant is one such individual; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Officer
Michael Durant upon the occasion of his retirement after 27 years of
distinguished service to the Oneida County Sheriff's Office; and

WHEREAS, Throughout his illustrious tenure, which spanned nearly
three decades, Officer Michael Durant epitomized the role and
accentuated the ideals of an outstanding community police officer; and

WHEREAS, The recipient of numerous Good Conduct and Exceptional
Service awards and accolades throughout his distinguished career,
Officer Michael Durant has received a multitude of departmental
recognitions for his outstanding service to the citizens of Oneida
County; his accomplishments are both numerous and notable; 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 Officer Michael Durant upon the occasion of his retirement, and to
wish him well in all his future endeavors; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Officer Michael Durant.