Honoring Firefighter Mello Testa Jr. upon the occasion of his retirement after 21 years of distinguished service to the Utica Fire Department

This Senate Resolution (J 435) formally honors Firefighter Mello Testa Jr. for his 21 years of service with the Utica Fire Department, including his promotion to Lieutenant in 2015 and recognition as Firefighter of the Year in 2008. The resolution acknowledges his distinguished career, community service, and heroic actions, such as lifesaving efforts during a 2007 housefire. It directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to Firefighter Testa upon his retirement. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves to recognize his contributions.