Senate Resolution No. 41
BY: Senator MARTINS
HONORING Jose DaRocha upon the occasion of 58
years of dedicated service to the Firefighters
Association of the State of New York
WHEREAS, New York State firefighters are renowned throughout the
Nation; their reputation is synonymous with excellence in the arduous
field of fire protection and prevention; and
WHEREAS, Jose DaRocha will be recognized for his 58 years of
dedicated service to The Firefighters Association of the State of New
York (FASNY), including his accomplished 7 years as Director, at a
Testimonial Luncheon on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at the Albertson Hook
& Ladder, Engine and Hose Company No. 1, in Albertson, New York; and
WHEREAS, FASNY has been dedicated to informing, educating, and
training the volunteer fire service in New York State since its
inception in 1872; from its humble beginning, the organization has grown
into one of the largest volunteer firefighting organizations in the
country; and
WHEREAS, FASNY hosts annual conventions and EMS conferences with
nationally known expert presenters, and offers training at departments
across the state that not only fulfill requirements, but keep the
professional volunteer firefighter performing at the highest level; and
WHEREAS, This vital organization also provides support in the form
of member benefits and strength as the steward of one of the country's
oldest such organizations; and
WHEREAS, Jose DaRocha joined FASNY on July 11, 1966, and has been a
dedicated member since, rising through various ranks and positions
throughout his tenure, such as: Second Lieutenant, First Lieutenant,
Captain, Second Assistant Chief, First Assistant Chief, Chief, Secretary
to the Board of Trustees, Recording Secretary, Trustee at the Firemen's
Home, Trustee, and his current esteemed position as Director on the
Board which he has held since 2017; and
WHEREAS, An extension of his position as Director, Jose DaRocha also
has the honor of serving as Vice Chair of the Capital Projects
Committee, is a Member of the Convention and Exhibit Committee, is a
Member of the Membership Committee, and is a Liaison to the Chaplains
Committee; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is pleased to have this opportunity
to express its highest admiration for Jose DaRocha, and to wish him
continued success in his service and all his future endeavors; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Jose DaRocha upon the occasion of 58 years of dedicated service to
the Firefighters Association of the State of New York; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Jose DaRocha.
