LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring James Kalin upon the occasion of his
designation as 2014 EMS Person of the Year by the Greenport Fire Depart-
ment

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who give
outstanding service to the people of the Empire State and whose extraor-
dinary achievements save the lives of their fellow citizens should be
recognized because their efforts so profoundly strengthen our shared
commitment to family and community life; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
James Kalin upon the occasion of his designation as 2014 EMS Person of
the Year by the Greenport Fire Department, to be celebrated at its
Installation of Officers Dinner on Saturday, May 7, 2016, at East Wind
Inn and Spa, Wading River, New York; and
WHEREAS, Access to quality emergency care dramatically improves the
survival and recovery rate of those who experience sudden illness or
injury; and
WHEREAS, On many occasions, James Kalin has acted with bravery and
steady precision in dealing with the risk and drama of emergency situ-
ations; and
WHEREAS, In the performance of his duties, James Kalin has demon-
strated his character and his compassion for the welfare of others; he
is a tremendous asset to his EMS Unit and a distinguished citizen of the
State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, this esteemed man has stood constant
in dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which James Kalin has displayed throughout
his life; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body cannot express sufficient gratitude to
those devoted individuals who recognize that the preservation of life is
a sacred responsibility and who make that responsibility their own by
serving in the field of Emergency Medical Services; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor James Kalin upon the occasion of his designation as 2014 EMS
Person of the Year by the Greenport Fire Department; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to James Kalin.