Senate Resolution No. 2332
BY: Senator ROLISON
HONORING Thomas Pape upon the occasion of his
retirement from the City of Poughkeepsie Police
Department after 40 years of devoted service
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and
honor those distinguished officers and citizens who would devote
themselves to public service, demonstrating great courage and diligence
in providing for the care and welfare of the citizens of their
communities and this great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Within every community of the State of New York there are
certain individuals who, by virtue of their commitment and dedication,
command the respect and admiration of their community for their
exemplary contributions and service on behalf of others; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Thomas Pape
upon the occasion of his retirement from the City of Poughkeepsie Police
Department after 40 years of devoted service; and
WHEREAS, Thomas Pape joined the City of Poughkeepsie Police
Department in 1983; he has served diligently in both the patrol and
detective division, and as a Supervisor in patrol, traffic division,
community policing and the neighborhood recovery unit; and
WHEREAS, In 1994, Thomas Pape was promoted to Sergeant and assumed
duties in the narcotics unit and special units; rising through the
ranks, Thomas Pape was recognized for his hard work by being promoted to
Police Captain, where he had oversight of the specialized units and the
detective division; and
WHEREAS, In 2016, Thomas Pape was appointed as the top official in
the police department, Police Chief; Thomas Pape, under his able
leadership, oversaw department operations, budget and oversight of
approximately 100 sworn officers and 25 civilians; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those
dedicated public servants who unselfishly devote their lives to the
preservation of order and the protection of others are worthy and due
full praise for their commitment and noble endeavors; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Thomas Pape upon the occasion of his retirement from the City of
Poughkeepsie Police Department after 40 years of devoted service; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Thomas Pape.
