J 383: Commending Ex-Chief Anthony J. Bellisari upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Albertson Fire Company

 Senate Resolution No. 383 BY: Senator MARTINS COMMENDING Ex-Chief Anthony J. Bellisari upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Albertson 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, 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, This Legislative Body is proud to commend Ex-Chief Anthony J. Bellisari upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Albertson Fire Company; he will be recognized at the Company's Annual Dinner on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at The Royalton in Roslyn Heights, New York; and WHEREAS, Anthony J. Bellisari joined the Albertson Fire Company February 1, 1975; and WHEREAS, Throughout his tenure, he has held the following positions with diligence and grace: Sergeant at Arms, Second Lieutenant, Captain, Second Assistant Chief, First Assistant Chief, Chief, Trustee, Chairman, Vice President, President, and Secretary to the Board; and WHEREAS, 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, Throughout his tenure of service, Ex-Chief Anthony J. Bellisari has continually demonstrated a high knowledge and understanding of leadership, training, and educational roles with the department and his crews; 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; Ex-Chief Anthony J. Bellisari is one such firefighter; throughout 50 years of devoted service, this firefighter 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 Ex-Chief Anthony J. Bellisari upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Albertson Fire Company; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Ex-Chief Anthony J. Bellisari.