K 656: Commemorating the 72nd Annual Convention of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Central New York Firefighters Association, hosted by the New York Mills Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, from July 18 20, 2025

 Assembly Resolution No. 656 BY: M. of A. Buttenschon COMMEMORATING the 72nd Annual Convention of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Central New York Firefighters Association, hosted by the New York Mills Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, from July 18-20, 2025 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to honor and recognize those exceptional organizations whose commitment to service, volunteerism, and community support strengthens the very foundation of our State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 72nd Annual Convention of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Central New York Firefighters Association, hosted by the New York Mills Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary from July 18-20, 2025, in New Hartford, New York; and WHEREAS, For more than seven decades, the Ladies Auxiliary of the CNYFA has been a vital force in supporting fire departments across Central New York, offering encouragement, resources, and steadfast friendship to firefighters and their families; and WHEREAS, Formed to promote unity, morale, and community service, the Auxiliary provides essential support through volunteer efforts, fundraising, hospitality, and event coordination, standing shoulder to shoulder with those who serve in the fire service; and WHEREAS, The Auxiliary members exemplify compassion and dedication, giving generously of their time and talents to strengthen the fire service network and to provide comfort and care to those in need; and WHEREAS, The Annual Convention brings together Auxiliary members from throughout the region to conduct organizational business, recognize outstanding contributions, share knowledge and fellowship, and reaffirm their commitment to service; and WHEREAS, The New York Mills Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, with its proud legacy of volunteerism and community engagement, serves as a fitting and gracious host for this milestone gathering, continuing its tradition of excellence in service; and WHEREAS, The members of this Legislative Body are proud to express appreciation for the enduring work of the Ladies Auxiliary and their partnership with the fire service in enhancing public safety and civic pride; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 72nd Annual Convention of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Central New York Firefighters Association, and to commend the New York Mills Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary for its dedicated efforts in hosting this significant event from July 18-20, 2025; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Ladies Auxiliary of the Central New York Firefighters Association and the New York Mills Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary.