City Council:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK
HONORING AND RECOGNIZING THE
RETIREMENT OF FIREFIGHTER KEVIN HOLT
Whereas, the great City of Mount Vernon, NY, joins the Fire Administration in recognizing the retirement of FIREFIGHTER KEVIN HOLT, from Active Service on July 31, 2024; and
Whereas, FIREFIGHTER KEVIN HOLT served four years in the United States Navy, and then on September 6, 1991, he joined the Mount Vernon Fire Department. Firefighter Holt comes from a family with a history of serving the city of Mount Vernon. His brother currently serves as a Firefighter, and his sister serves in the medical field at Mount Vernon Hospital; and
Whereas, in the past thirty years, FIREFIGHTER KEVIN HOLT was assigned to Engine and Ladder companies in all four Fire Stations, and for the past twenty years, he served as Aide to the Battalion Deputy Chiefs. This honorable assignment signifies his exceptional ability to remain levelheaded under extreme circumstances. It is a testament to his professionalism, which is necessary in this role to assist the Incident Commander during emergencies. Firefighters and Officers look to Firefighter Holt for his knowledge and leadership skills. He was elected by Local 107 of the Uniformed Firefighters Association as their President and served in this capacity for several years. During and after this honorable role, Firefighter Holt advocated for the betterment of the Fire Department; and
Whereas, FIREFIGHTER KEVIN HOLT received numerous recognitions during his service, including Certificates of Commendations, Unit Citations, and Letters of Appreciation, for his excellent performance of duty. He leaves an honorable legacy of achievement and dedication with the department, and the city of Mount Vernon, New York; Now, Therefore, be it
Resolved, that the City Council joins with the citizens of the City of Mount Vernon, NY, to recognize and honor FIREFIGHTER KEVIN HOLT, for his exemplary service during his tenure and for his dedication and commitment to our great city.