Honoring Firefighter John Karl upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition after 50 years of dedicated service to the Main-Transit Fire Department

Assembly Resolution No. 879 honors Firefighter John Karl for his 50 years of service to the Main-Transit Fire Department. Adopted on January 27, 2026, the resolution recognizes his dedication, multi-generational family service (including his father, grandfather, brothers, and three children who also serve), and his roles as chief and committee leader. It is a ceremonial gesture with no policy changes, presented as a commemorative copy to Karl.