Senate Resolution No. 311

BY: Senator GRIFFO

HONORING Police Chief John Little upon the
occasion of his retirement from the Oneida Police
Department

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and
honor those distinguished officers who would devote themselves to public
service, demonstrating great courage and diligence in providing for the
care and welfare of the citizens of their communities and this great
Empire State; and

WHEREAS, Within every community of the State of New York there are
certain individuals who, by virtue of their commitment and dedication,
command the respect and admiration of their community for their
exemplary contributions and service on behalf of others; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Chief John
Little upon the occasion of his retirement from the Oneida Police
Department on Monday, February 20, 2023; and

WHEREAS, John Little grew up near Binghamton, New York, and was a
member of the United States Air Force as a Combat Control Officer; he
later joined SUNY Morrisville, where he studied journalism; and

WHEREAS, Beginning his career in law enforcement in 2000, John
Little, with determination and passion for his work, rose through the
ranks of the Department, achieving the rank of Chief in 2020, the
esteemed position from which he will retire; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those
dedicated public servants who unselfishly devote their lives to the
preservation of order and the protection of others are worthy and due
full praise for their commitment and noble endeavors; now, therefore, be
it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Police Chief John Little upon the occasion of his retirement from
the Oneida Police Department; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Chief John Little.