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J1295Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Matthew Towle Eagle Scout

Official title

“Congratulating Matthew Towle upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on April 2, 2017”

Sponsor Kenneth P. LaValleSD-1
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Matthew Towle on achieving the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout and honors his accomplishments.

Why it matters

  1. Recognizes the broader impact of Scouting. The resolution frames Matthew Towle’s achievement not just as a personal milestone, but as an example of the character and leadership development that Scouting aims to instill in youth—highlighting the role such programs play in shaping future community leaders.

  2. Highlights community service and civic engagement. By detailing Towle’s completion of a significant community project (building flower boxes for the Holtsville Ecology Center) and his involvement in school organizations, the resolution underscores the importance of youth service and engagement in local communities.

  3. Affirms societal values and aspirations. The language links individual accomplishment to national ideals, suggesting that the continued diligence and achievements of young people like Towle are essential for the country’s ongoing success and vitality.

  4. Serves as a formal public recognition. By officially entering this honor into the legislative record and sending a copy to Towle, the resolution both validates his efforts and encourages similar aspirations among peers, reinforcing the value placed on achievement and service.

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Honor Matthew Towle Eagle Scout

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kenneth P. LaValle

Senator · Senate District 1

Chair, Higher Education

No co-sponsors yet.

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 1295 BY: Senator LAVALLE CONGRATULATING Matthew Towle upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on April 2,

2017 WHEREAS, Matthew Towle, through his diligence and rigorous efforts, has achieved Scouting's highest and most prestigious rank, Eagle Scout; the Eagle Court of Honor ceremony will be held on Sunday, April 2, 2017, at VFW Post 414 Hall in Center Moriches, New York; and WHEREAS, Matthew Towle is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop

414 in Center Moriches; and WHEREAS, A leader in his high school's Culinary Program, Matthew Towle is an active member of Youth and Government Council, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Key Club and Best Buddies; and WHEREAS, America has achieved her… Show all

414 in Center Moriches; and WHEREAS, A leader in his high school's Culinary Program, Matthew Towle is an active member of Youth and Government Council, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Key Club and Best Buddies; and WHEREAS, America has achieved her greatest heights of glory through the dedication, determination and tireless efforts of the outstanding citizens of this Nation; and WHEREAS, It is only with the continued diligence and devotion of our youth, tomorrow's leaders, that America will maintain her glory; and WHEREAS, The Boy Scouts of America and its members are dedicated to the development of character and leadership in the youth of this Nation; and WHEREAS, The highest achievement of leadership in Scouting, earned by only five percent of all Boy Scouts, is the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout; and WHEREAS, This outstanding young man has been involved in Scouting for many years, has lived up to Scouting's ideals and has attained all of the necessary achievements, including completion of a community service project, which was successfully planned, developed and executed; and WHEREAS, For his project, Matthew Towle raised funds and built six flower boxes for the Holtsville Ecology Center; and WHEREAS, Matthew Towle's perseverance in rising through the ranks to Eagle Scout is a strong indication of his ability to master difficult tasks; his accomplishment will enable him to emerge as a leader, fully equipped to meet the challenges of today's complex society; and WHEREAS, This new Eagle Scout is a credit to his family, his school, his community, his State and his Nation, and no doubt his future will be filled with accomplishments of equal importance; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations, in recognition of the significance of this meritorious achievement, to congratulate and honor Matthew Towle on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Matthew Towle.

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