Honor Albany Youth Winner

Senate Resolution No. 2318 BY: Senator BRESLIN HONORING Jalil Ahmed upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2017 Youth of the Year Award by the Boys & Girls Club of Albany WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to those young people within the great Empire State who have made strong contributions to their communities and who serve as role models for their peers; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Jalil Ahmed upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the

2017 Youth of the Year Award by the Boys & Girls Club of Albany; and WHEREAS, The Boys & Girls Club's highest honor, the Youth of the Year Award, recognizes outstanding contributions to a club member's family, school, and overall community, as well as their perseverance in overcoming personal challenges and obstacles; these honorees are shining examples and living proof that great futures start at Boys & Girls Clubs; and WHEREAS, A dedicated basketball player, Jalil Ahmed participates in the basketball program at the Boys & Girls Club; since the first day of the program, he has practiced diligently and worked hard to improve his skills, while having fun and participating in games; and WHEREAS, Jalil Ahmed is a leader on and off the court and has always set the bar high for his peers to follow his example; and WHEREAS, During basketball practice, Jalil Ahmed pushes himself further each time; often his work ethic becomes contagious with his teammates, and as a result, they push one another to improve their game; and WHEREAS, A sophomore at Green Tech Charter High School, Jalil Ahmed has been placed on the Honor Roll twice; in addition, he is involved with numerous extracurricular activities including a weekend dance class, football and basketball; and WHEREAS, An ambitious and hard-working scholar, Jalil Ahmed intends to play basketball at the college level or take courses to become a mechanic due to his love for cars; and WHEREAS, Through his active involvement in the community and his sincere dedication to others, Jalil Ahmed has become an exceptional role model for others; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor the youth of today, and leaders of tomorrow, whose character and achievements best exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and Nation; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Jalil Ahmed upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2017 Youth of the Year Award by the Boys & Girls Club of Albany; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Jalil Ahmed.