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Honoring Firefighter Samuel Lunetta upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the North Bailey Fire Company

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Karen McMahon

Ceremonial resolution honors Firefighter Samuel Lunetta for 50 years of service with the North Bailey Fire Company, designating him for special recognition and public thanks.

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Bill Summary · K 282

K 282 — Honoring Firefighter Samuel Lunetta

Overview

  • Bill Number: K 282
  • Title: Honoring Firefighter Samuel Lunetta upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the North Bailey Fire Company
  • Type: Resolution
  • Sponsor: Karen McMahon (primary)
  • Status: Adopted
  • Introduced: April 1, 2025
  • Legislative Actions: Introduced on 2025-04-01; Adopted on 2025-04-01

Purpose and Intent

K 282 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and commemorating Firefighter Samuel Lunetta for reaching 50 years of dedicated service with the North Bailey Fire Company. The measure designates Lunetta for “special recognition,” announcing formal appreciation from the sponsoring body and formally acknowledging his long-standing commitment to public safety and community service.

Key Provisions

  • Formal commendation of Samuel Lunetta for 50 years of service with the North Bailey Fire Company.
  • Designation of Lunetta for special recognition by the sponsoring legislative body.
  • Public expression of thanks, best wishes, and appreciation for his contributions to the community.
  • Adoption as a ceremonial resolution, serving to honor rather than create or modify legal obligations or programs.

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Firefighter Samuel Lunetta, in recognition of his service milestone.
  • Secondary: North Bailey Fire Company and the broader local community that benefits from volunteer firefighting services.
  • The sponsor and sponsoring legislative body (the sponsor’s office led the adoption).

Procedural Notes and Timeline

  • This measure is classified as a resolution, meaning it is a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a binding statute.
  • Timeline: Introduced and adopted on the same day, April 1, 2025, indicating a streamlined ceremonial recognition process.

Context and Background

Recognitions of long-serving firefighters underscore the value of sustained volunteer service and commitment to public safety. The North Bailey Fire Company, as the context for Lunetta’s half-century of service, is highlighted through this official tribute, reflecting community appreciation for dedicated volunteers who contribute extensive time and effort to emergency response and service.

Impact and Implications

  • Fiscal: Likely no financial cost or fiscal impact; ceremonial resolutions typically do not authorize expenditures.
  • Social/Community: Provides formal public acknowledgment, potentially boosting morale within the fire department and the broader community, and serving as a model of lifelong service.
  • Policy/Legal: No new laws or regulatory changes; this is a ceremonial honor limited to recognition and commemoration.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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