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File #: ID-7223    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 2/24/2025 In control: County Legislature
On agenda: 3/20/2025 Final action: 3/20/2025
Enactment date: 3/20/2025 Enactment #: 103-25
Title: Resolution to Approve the Formal Renaming of the Sullivan County Emergency Services Training Center to the "Richard Martinkovic Public Safety Training Center" in Posthumous Recognition of his Decades of Service

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Resolution to Approve the Formal Renaming of the Sullivan County Emergency Services Training Center to the “Richard Martinkovic Public Safety Training Center” in Posthumous Recognition of his Decades of Service

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RESOLUTION INTRODUCED BY THE PUBLIC SAFETY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMITTEE TO APPROVE THE FORMAL RENAMING OF THE SULLIVAN COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICES TRAINING CENTER TO THE “RICHARD MARTINKOVIC PUBLIC SAFETY TRAINING CENTER” IN POSTHUMOUS RECOGNITION OF HIS DECADES OF SERVICE

WHEREAS, Richard Martinkovic dedicated his life to the safety and well-being of the residents of Sullivan County through his distinguished service as a volunteer firefighter, County Fire Coordinator, and County Public Safety Commissioner; and

WHEREAS, his leadership, commitment, and contributions to emergency services and public safety have had a profound and lasting impact on the county, ensuring the safety and preparedness of first responders and the communities they serve; and

WHEREAS, Richard Martinkovic was instrumental in the development and advancement of emergency services training in Sullivan County, fostering the growth of the Emergency Services Training Center as a vital resource for fire, law enforcement, and emergency medical personnel; and

WHEREAS, it is fitting and appropriate to honor his legacy and lifetime of service by renaming the Emergency Services Training Center in his memory; and

WHEREAS, the Sullivan County Legislature recognizes the importance of preserving the contributions of individuals who have dedicated their lives to public service and ensuring their impact is remembered for generations to come.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Sullivan County Legislature formally approves the renaming of the Emergency Services Training Center to the “Richard Martinkovic Public Safety Training Center”; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that upon approval, appropriate measures shall be taken to update signage, documentation, and official references to reflect the new designation; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Sullivan County Commissioner of Public Safety, the Sullivan County Fire Coordinator, and the family of Richard Martinkovic in recognition of his enduring legacy.

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