Senate Resolution No. 2731
BY: Senator STEC
COMMENDING Master Sergeant Brian S. Genier upon
the occasion of his designation as recipient of a
Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an
individual by the New York State Senate
WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York,
who have served so valiantly and honorably in wars in which this
country's freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace
in peacetime, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Master
Sergeant Brian S. Genier upon the occasion of his designation as
recipient of a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an
individual by the New York State Senate; and
WHEREAS, The New York State Senate Liberty Medal was established by
Resolution and is awarded to individuals who have merited special
commendation for exceptional, heroic, or humanitarian acts on behalf of
their fellow New Yorkers; and
WHEREAS, Master Sergeant Brian S. Genier proudly served his country
as a member of the United States Air Force from 1980 until 2000; during
this time he served in several capacities, with his last unit duty
assignment being a member of the 89th Security Squadron; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, this courageous airman participated in
Operation Just Cause (1989-1990), when U.S. troops were sent to Panama
to remove General Noriega from power and bring him to the United States
to try him for promoting illegal drug activity in his home country of
Panama; he also served his country while stationed at Andrews Air Force
Base; and
WHEREAS, Master Sergeant Brian S. Genier was Honorably Discharged
from the United States Air Force in 2000 after completing 20 years of
distinguished service; he was highly decorated, earning the Joint
Service Achievement Medal, Aire Force Medal with 5 devices, Air Force
Commendation Medal with 1 devise, Meritorious Medal with 2 devices, Aire
Force Longevity Service Award with devices, Air Force Training Ribbon,
Air Force Overseas Long Tour Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal,
Small Arma Marksmanship Ribbon, NCO Professional Military Education
Ribbon, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Aire Force Outstanding Unit
Award, Joint Meritorious Unit Award, Air Force Good Conduct Medal, and
the Short Tour Overseas Ribbon for his service; and
WHEREAS, Upon the completion of his military service, Master
Sergeant Brian S. Genier retired to private life in Chazy, New York; he
is currently employed by the Intercom Security Company in Vermont, where
he has worked as a Security Officer for the last 10 years; and
WHEREAS, Master Sergeant Brian S. Genier is also a dedicated member
of the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association (CVMA) and has
participated in a number of volunteer activities which have benefited
veterans and the community at large, including Honor Flight where he
provides early morning motorcycle escorts for "North Country Honor
Flight" recognizing World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War and Cold War
veterans who travel for free to Washington, D.C. memorials; and
WHEREAS, Additionally, he participates in the "Laying Wreaths Across
America Ceremony" every December, and provides military escorts for
local veterans' funerals; and
WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to his
community, Master Sergeant Brian S. Genier is an 18-year member of the
American Legion Post No. 912 in Rouses Point, New York, where he
participates in fundraising, membership drives and activities which
honor and support North Country veterans; and
WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage
with which these men and women served their country, and must recognize
that no greater debt is owed than that owed to those who risked their
lives for their beloved Nation; and
WHEREAS, Having exhibited his patriotism both at home and abroad,
Master Sergeant Brian S. Genier demonstrated his love for his country
and merits forevermore the highest respect of his State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, Our Nation's veterans deserve to be recognized, commended
and thanked by the people of the State of New York for their service and
for their dedication to their communities, their State and their Nation;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Master Sergeant Brian S. Genier upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed
upon an individual by the New York State Senate; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Master Sergeant Brian S. Genier.
