J 1166: Honoring Officer Lisa T. Pearsall upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of a Distinguished Service Award by the Town of New Berlin Police Department on June 12, 2025

 Senate Resolution No. 1166 BY: Senator GRIFFO HONORING Officer Lisa T. Pearsall upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of a Distinguished Service Award by the Town of New Berlin Police Department on June 12, 2025 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the quality and character of life in the communities across New York State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its citizenry; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Officer Lisa T. Pearsall upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of a Distinguished Service Award by the Town of New Berlin Police Department on June 12, 2025; she will be recognized at the department's Law Enforcement Awards Ceremony on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at the New Berlin Chobani Community Center in New Berlin, New York; and WHEREAS, Prior to joining the Town of New Berlin Police Department, Officer Lisa T. Pearsall dedicated 13 years of service to the Army National Guard as a Military Police Officer; and WHEREAS, Beginning her tenure with the Town of New Berlin Police Department in 2022, Officer Lisa T. Pearsall has since proved her dedication to upholding the valued tenets of law enforcement, always serving the people of her community with diligence, respect, and grace; and WHEREAS, Officer Lisa T. Pearsall's unwavering commitment to duty and the fundamental values of public service are evident in her work; whether she is working to address quality of life complaints or conducting felony investigations, this esteemed honoree reliably demonstrates her dedication to upstanding work in all her professional endeavors; and WHEREAS, Officer Lisa T. Pearsall's passion for community, family, and sustainability has left an indelible mark on the Town of New Berlin and the countless individuals that her selfless, passionate, and hard work has impacted; and WHEREAS, For her impressive and invaluable service, Officer Lisa T. Pearsall is also being honored as the 2024 Officer of the Year by High-Street Gates Cole Insurance-a greatly revered dsitinction; and WHEREAS, Within every community, there are inevitably some individuals who, by virtue of their energy, vision, and dedication, command the greatest respect among their peers, colleagues, and community at large; Officer Lisa T. Pearsall is one such individual; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to commend individuals of outstanding character who have shown initiative and commitment toward constantly pursuing the highest standards of service, acting as role models of leadership to be emulated by both peers and youth alike; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Officer Lisa T. Pearsall upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of a Distinguished Service Award by the Town of New Berlin Police Department on June 12, 2025; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Officer Lisa T. Pearsall.