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

NY · session 2025-2026 · Senate · resolution

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Introduced Feb 19, 2026

Latest action (May 5, 2026) ADOPTED

Summary

This Senate resolution honors Ron Hicks upon his retirement after 30 years of public service in New York State and the Hudson Valley. Hicks served in various roles including Assistant Dutchess County Executive since 2012, District Director for Assemblywoman Eileen Hickey, Deputy County Clerk of Dutchess County, and regional director positions under Governor George Pataki and Empire State Development. The resolution extends the legislative body's appreciation and best wishes for his continued success in future endeavors. A suitably engrossed copy of the resolution will be transmitted to Hicks.

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Action history (3)

  1. Feb 19, 2026 REFERRED TO FINANCE · upper
  2. May 5, 2026 REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION · upper
  3. May 5, 2026 ADOPTED · upper

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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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