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This resolution congratulates James A. Snider for achieving the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout and honors his accomplishments.
Why it matters
Highlights the importance of youth leadership and community service. by recognizing James A. Snider’s project, which created a memorial garden for a local emergency service center, showcasing the tangible impact young people can have on their communities.
Underscores the rarity and prestige of the Eagle Scout rank. , attained by only about five percent of Boy Scouts, thereby emphasizing the exceptional dedication, perseverance, and leadership qualities required to achieve this honor.
Serves as a public affirmation of the value of Scouting and civic engagement. in building future leaders, suggesting that such individual achievements contribute to the strength and glory of the nation as a whole.
Acts as an inspiration for other young people and the broader community. by celebrating personal accomplishment in the context of service, setting a standard for what can be achieved through commitment and hard work.
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Honor Eagle Scout Achievement
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- Adopted
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- Referred to finance
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Senate Resolution No. 3457 BY: Senator LAVALLE CONGRATULATING James A. Snider upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on January
14, 2018 WHEREAS, James A. Snider, through his diligence and rigorous efforts, has achieved Scouting's highest and most prestigious rank, Eagle Scout; the Eagle Court of Honor ceremony was held on Sunday,
January 14, 2018; and WHEREAS, James A. Snider is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop
1776; 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,… Show allHide
1776; 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, James A. Snider transformed a "blank" piece of land into a memorial garden at the Port Jefferson Emergency Medical Service Center; he created a relaxing sitting area complete with chairs, table, large stepping stone path, and handmade wooden benches; he also planted rose bushes along the back of the garden, and erected a memorial stone at the front; and WHEREAS, James A. Snider'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 James A. Snider on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to James A. Snider.
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