LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Brenda Adams for her heroic efforts as
a member of Albany County EMS upon the occasion of being honored by the
Nathaniel Adams Blanchard Post 1040 of the American Legion at its Commu-
nity Awards Ceremony

WHEREAS, Volunteer ambulance corps members are an important part of the
safety net of America's healthcare system; they provide lifesaving care
to those in need, 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and
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
organizations and 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 commend
Brenda Adams for her heroic efforts as a member of Albany County EMS
upon the occasion of being honored by the Nathaniel Adams Blanchard Post
1040 of the American Legion; she will be celebrated by the Post at its
Community Awards Ceremony on Monday, March 3, 2014, in Delmar, New York;
and
WHEREAS, Paramedic Brenda Adams has been designated as recipient of
the Fire Services Lifesaving Award for the important role she played in
treating an elderly resident of Slingerlands, New York, who was trapped
in a fire on September 12, 2013; and
WHEREAS, On many occasions, Paramedic Brenda Adams has acted with
bravery and steady precision in dealing with the risk and drama of emer-
gency situations; and
WHEREAS, Brenda Adams is known within her community for excellence and
professionalism, always going the extra mile in providing care to the
people she serves; her hard work embodies the dedication, compassion,
and respect displayed by emergency responders across this great Empire
State; and
WHEREAS, In the faithful performance of her duties, Paramedic Brenda
Adams has demonstrated her character and her concern for the welfare of
others; she is a tremendous asset to Albany County EMS, and a distin-
guished citizen of the State and Nation; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Brenda Adams for her heroic efforts as a member of Albany County
EMS upon the occasion of being honored by the Nathaniel Adams Blanchard
Post 1040 of the American Legion; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Brenda Adams.