New York State Senate Honors Wantagh Fire Commissioner

The New York State Senate recently passed a resolution honoring  Commissioner and Ex-Chief Donald Snyder for his 60 years of service to the local community.

The resolution honoring Snyder was sponsored by State Sen. Charles Fuschillo, R-Merrick. 

“For the last 60 years, Donald Snyder has selflessly volunteered his time and energy to protect the residents of the Wantagh Fire District,” said Fuschillo in a statement. “His devoted service to the community deserves our admiration, respect, and gratitude. I’m pleased that the Senate passed this resolution to recognize his long and dedicated service to the Wantagh Fire Department and the community.”

Snyder first joined the Wantagh Fire Department in 1951. He worked his way up through the department’s ranks, serving as a lieutenant, captain, and assistant chief before becoming chief in 1962. In 1966, following his service as chief, he was elected as a fire commissioner and has held the position ever since.

The resolution noted that throughout Snyder’s 60 years of devoted service, he “heroically performed, above and beyond the call of duty,” the responsibilities required of a volunteer firefighter.

With passage of the resolution, Snyder’s name and record of service will forever be part of the New York State Senate’s official record.