Senate Resolution No. 812 BY: Senator LAVALLE HONORING Janet Auer upon the occasion of her designation as Emergency Medical Technician of the Year by Southold Fire Department WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to those individuals within the State of New York who, in the course of their jobs, perform acts of heroic dimension; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Janet Auer upon the occasion of her designation as Emergency Medical Technician of the Year by Southold Fire Department to be celebrated at its Annual Installation Dinner on Saturday, April 6, 2019, at Atlantis Aquarium and Ballroom, Riverhead, New York; and WHEREAS, Volunteer emergency medical service 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, 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, Janet Auer has acted with bravery and steady precision in dealing with the risk and drama of emergency situations; and WHEREAS, In the performance of her duties, Janet Auer has demonstrated her character and her compassion for the welfare of others; she is a tremendous asset to her EMS Unit and a distinguished citizen of the State and Nation; 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 as Emergency Medical Technicians; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Janet Auer upon the occasion of her designation as Emergency Medical Technician of the Year by Southold Fire Department; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Janet Auer.