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This resolution honors Ex-Chief Thomas Garland for his 45 years of dedicated service to the Floral Park Centre Fire Department, recognizing his exceptional commitment to public safety and community service. The resolution begins by praising firefighters as courageous heroes who exemplify compassion and the American spirit, and specifically highlights Garland's distinguished service, including his tenure as Chief of the Department from 1989-1990 and president of the executive board. The legislative body acknowledges Garland's extraordinary dedication, noting that he consistently demonstrated professionalism and integrity while sacrificing personal time to respond to emergencies and help neighbors in need. The resolution formally honors Garland, pausing in its deliberations to recognize his contributions, and formally resolves to transmit an official, elegantly prepared copy of the resolution directly to him, with the event of special recognition set to be celebrated on Friday, May 16, 2025, at the Annual Installation of Officers Dinner Dance in Westbury, New York.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J1033