Bill > J00435

This resolution honors Firefighter Mello Testa Jr. for his 21-year career with the Utica Fire Department, recognizing his dedicated service and significant contributions to public safety. The resolution highlights Testa's professional achievements, including rising to the rank of Lieutenant, being named Firefighter of the Year in 2008, and receiving the William Acquaviva Memorial Award twice. It emphasizes his heroism, commitment to community service, and leadership qualities, noting that throughout his career, he demonstrated exceptional skill, compassion, and a willingness to help others, often sacrificing personal time to protect and serve his community. The legislative body officially pauses its deliberations to recognize Testa's distinguished service and commends him for his tireless efforts in fire protection, ultimately resolving to transmit an official, engrossed copy of the resolution to Testa as a formal acknowledgment of his remarkable professional journey and contributions to public safety.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J435