Commending the Port Washington Police Department upon the occasion of hosting its Annual Recognition Night on May 12, 2025, and paying tribute to this year's honorees

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jack Martins

Ceremonial resolution commends the Port Washington Police Department and its 2025 honorees for Annual Recognition Night, with no new laws or funding.

REFERRED TO FINANCE

Purpose and Intent

This is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and commending the Port Washington Police Department for hosting its Annual Recognition Night on May 12, 2025.

It also pays tribute to the individuals honored at this year’s event, highlighting their service and contributions to the community.

The bill is framed as an expression of appreciation and community support, rather than as a statute or regulatory measure.

Key Provisions

Declares official commendation of the Port Washington Police Department for its Annual Recognition Night.

Pays tribute to the honorees identified for the 2025 recognition event.

Serves as a formal statement of the legislative body’s support and acknowledgment of the department’s community service.

As a resolution, it does not establish new programs, duties, or regulatory requirements, nor does it create or authorize new funding.

Who/What Would Be Affected

The Port Washington Police Department and its honorees receive formal recognition from the legislative body.

The event N/A involved parties (department, honorees, and the community) benefit from heightened visibility and acknowledgment.

There are no direct regulatory or budgetary obligations imposed on other agencies or on the department beyond the ceremonial acknowledgment.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Bill Type: Resolution (non-binding, ceremonial)

Introduced: May 8, 2025

Status: Referred to Finance (indicating the measure will be reviewed by the Finance committee)

Legislative Actions: The bill shows two identical appearances of “REFERRED TO FINANCE” on May 8, 2025, suggesting referral for fiscal considerations or standard committee review.

Sponsor: Jack M. Martins (primary sponsor)

Potential Impact and Considerations

Fiscal: As a ceremonial resolution, it typically has little to no fiscal impact. If there are any incidental costs (e.g., production of copies, certificates, or ceremonial materials), those would fall under existing committee or departmental budgeting practices.

Public Communication: Signals formal commendation from the legislative body, which can bolster community relations and highlight local law enforcement contributions.

Precedent: Sets a precedent for future resolutions recognizing local organizations or events; standard practice for ceremonial recognitions.

Overall, Bill J 952 serves to publicly honor the Port Washington Police Department and its 2025 honorees without creating new legal or financial obligations.

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