New York J 1754: Memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 2017 as Jazz Appreciation Month in the State of New York

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J01754 Summary:

BILL NOJ01754 

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SAME ASNo Same As

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SPONSORHARCKHAM

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COSPNSR

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MLTSPNSR

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BILL NOJ01754 

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03/13/2026REFERRED TO FINANCE

03/17/2026REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION

03/17/2026ADOPTED

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Senate Resolution No. 1754

BY: Senator HARCKHAM

 MOURNING the death of Frank Ritacco, distinguished
 citizen, firefighter, and devoted member of his
 community

 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
citizens of the State of New York whose lifework and civic endeavor
served to enhance the quality of life in their communities and this
great Empire State; and

 WHEREAS, Frank Ritacco of Somers, New York, died on Tuesday, March
10, 2026, at the age of 28; and

 WHEREAS, Born on June 20, 1997, in New Rochelle, New York, to
Maureen and the late Frank D. Ritacco, Frank Ritacco was raised in
Pelham, New York, and graduated from Pelham Memorial High School; and

 WHEREAS, Filled with a desire to serve his community, Frank Ritacco
proudly joined the Somers Volunteer Fire Department; his time in the
fire department brought him immense joy and fulfillment; and

 WHEREAS, Oftentimes, Frank Ritacco could be seen representing the
Somers Volunteer Fire Department with his clothing, and he was known to
support all first responders for their selfless commitment to helping
their communities; and

 WHEREAS, Frank Ritacco distinguished himself in his profession and
by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of
his community; and

 WHEREAS, Frank Ritacco's commitment to excellence, and his spirit of
humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including
charitable and civic endeavors; and

 WHEREAS, Throughout his life, Frank Ritacco was always a passionate
sports fan, and his favorite team was the New York Mets; and

 WHEREAS, Those who had the pleasure of knowing Frank Ritacco will
remember him for his kind soul, bright smile, and cherished laughter;
and

 WHEREAS, Frank Ritacco is survived by his mother, Maureen; his
aunts, Roseann Ritacco, Kathleen Alewine, Diane, Anne Martin, and Tina
Settembrino; his uncles, Joseph, Brian, and Stephen Murray; and many
cousins in New York, Ohio, Virginia, North Carolina, and Florida; and

 WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, Frank Ritacco leaves behind a legacy which will long endure
the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all he
served and befriended; now, therefore, be it

 RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of Frank Ritacco, distinguished citizen, firefighter,
and devoted member of his community; and be it further

 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of Frank Ritacco.

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