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J2120Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor John Wanamaker, Eagle Scout

Official title

“Congratulating John Wanamaker upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors”

Sponsor Elaine PhillipsSD-7
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates John Wanamaker on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and honors his accomplishments.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the significance of youth leadership and community service. , emphasizing that only a small percentage of Scouts achieve the Eagle rank, and connecting this achievement to broader civic and national values.

  2. Describes a detailed community project. the identification and commemoration of veterans' graves at Arlington National Cemetery—showcasing the real-world impact and historical preservation efforts led by young people.

  3. Positions personal achievement as a reflection of collective investment. , suggesting that the support of family, school, and community is crucial in fostering future leaders and citizens.

  4. Serves as a public recognition of character development. , reinforcing the role of organizations like the Boy Scouts in building perseverance, initiative, and civic responsibility among youth.

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Honor John Wanamaker, Eagle Scout

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Elaine Phillips

Senator · Senate District 7

Chair, EthicsChair, Ethics And Internal GovernanceChair, Ethics And Internal Governance CommitteeChair, Infrastructure And Capital Investment

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History

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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 2120 BY: Senator PHILLIPS CONGRATULATING John Wanamaker upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on June 11,

2017 WHEREAS, John Wanamaker, 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, June 11, 2017, in The Cinema Auditorium at Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus, in Greenvale, New York; and WHEREAS, John Wanamaker is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop

267 in Roslyn Heights, New York; 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… Show all

267 in Roslyn Heights, New York; 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 John Wanamaker visited Arlington National Cemetery and drafted a project plan to identify and mark veterans' graves; he spent many hours in the library researching each veteran's identity and history, and once his data was compiled, he constructed a kiosk to house the large detailed map of every veteran's grave location, and their history; and WHEREAS, John Wanamaker'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 John Wanamaker on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to John Wanamaker.

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