Whereas, the New Fraternal Order of Police Lodge in the Hudson Valley Region is being dedicated in honor of Village of Tuxedo Park Officer Jason D. Conklin, who made the supreme sacrifice for his community; this organization's goals are to raise the public image of all law enforcement officers and also recognize worthy officers and citizens; and

Whereas, the Fraternal Order of Police is the voice of those who dedicated their lives to protecting and serving their communities, are committed to improving the working conditions of law enforcement officers and the safety of those they serve through education, legislation, information, community involvement, and employee representation; now, therefor be it

Resolved, that as a duly elected Member of the State Assembly of New York, I recognize that in the

we have an outstanding organization, one who is worthy of the esteem of both the Community and the great State of New York.