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This resolution congratulates Griffin Bates on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and honors his community service project.
Why it matters
Highlights the importance of youth civic engagement. by showcasing how Griffin Bates’s Eagle Scout project preserved local history and made it accessible to the public, reinforcing the value of community-focused initiatives.
Recognizes the role of Scouting in developing leadership and character. , suggesting that such programs produce future leaders capable of tackling complex societal challenges.
Underscores the impact of individual contributions to collective heritage. , as Bates’s work both educates the public and ensures historical documents are archived for future generations.
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Honor Griffin Bates, Eagle Scout
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Senate Resolution No. 3467 BY: Senator O'MARA CONGRATULATING Griffin Bates upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on August 17,
2017 WHEREAS, Griffin Bates, 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 August 17, 2017; and WHEREAS, Griffin Bates is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop
59; 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
59; 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 four 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, Griffin Bates preserved, archived and displayed the original letters pertaining to Colonel Charles Williamson who was the land agent for the Settlement of Bath and Western New York; the mission of his vital task was to teach the public about the letters through his traveling display case; furthermore, he scanned copies of the letters, which are now accessible on a website, for anyone to view; and WHEREAS, Griffin Bates'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 Griffin Bates on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Griffin Bates.
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