New York J 1628: Honoring Ron Hicks upon the occasion of his retirement after 30 years of distinguished public service

Status: ADOPTED (as of 2026-05-05)

State: New York · Session: 2025-2026 · Bill: J 1628

Sponsors: Robert Rolison, Michelle Hinchey

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J01628 Summary:

BILL NOJ01628 

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BILL NOJ01628 

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02/19/2026REFERRED TO FINANCE

05/05/2026REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION

05/05/2026ADOPTED

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Senate Resolution No. 1628

BY: Senator ROLISON

 HONORING Ron Hicks upon the occasion of his
 retirement after 30 years of distinguished public
 service

 WHEREAS, This Legislative Body seeks to acknowledge those
individuals whose professional lives and civic endeavors serve to
enhance the stature of the State of New York; and

 WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Ron Hicks upon the occasion of his retirement after 30 years of
distinguished public service; and

 WHEREAS, Ron Hicks has devoted more than three decades to public
service in New York State and the Hudson Valley, beginning his career as
a college intern for the Speaker of the New York State Assembly and
culminating in his service as Assistant Dutchess County Executive, a
position he has held since 2012; and

 WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Ron Hicks has demonstrated
exceptional leadership, institutional knowledge, and a deep commitment
to strengthening local government, advancing economic development, and
improving the quality of life for residents across Dutchess County and
the Mid-Hudson region; and

 WHEREAS, Ron Hicks has played a pivotal role in fostering workforce
development and economic opportunity, including partnerships with
Dutchess Community College that led to the creation of programs such as
the Aviation Education Center and the Mechatronics Lab, helping to
prepare the region's workforce for in-demand careers; and

 WHEREAS, Ron Hicks has previously served as District Director for
the late Assemblywoman Eileen Hickey, Deputy County Clerk of Dutchess
County, Regional Director for Governor George Pataki, Regional Director
for Empire State Development, and in the Office of the Dutchess County
Executive, bringing a wealth of experience and continuity to each role;
and

 WHEREAS, In his official acts, Ron Hicks was governed by a keen
sense of duty and always showed a unique grasp of human problems; and

 WHEREAS, Throughout his distinguished career, Ron Hicks has
exemplified the highest standards of public service, professionalism,
and dedication to the people of New York State; now, therefore, be it

 RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Ron Hicks upon the occasion of his retirement after 30 years of
distinguished public service and extend its sincere appreciation and
best wishes for continued success in all his future endeavors; and be it
further

 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Ron Hicks.

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