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J349Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Brewster Marshall's Eagle Scout

Official title

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

Sponsor Thomas F. O'MaraSD-58
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Brewster Marshall on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and honors his service project and accomplishments.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of youth leadership and community service by recognizing a significant achievement that few Scouts attain, reinforcing the value of such contributions to society.

  2. Underscores the role of service projects—like Brewster Marshall’s work for the local SPCA—in providing tangible benefits to local organizations and communities, demonstrating the positive impact of Scouting beyond individual development.

  3. Public recognition by the state legislature can motivate other young people to pursue similar paths of personal growth, civic engagement, and leadership, contributing to the cultivation of future leaders.

  4. The resolution serves as an official record validating Brewster Marshall’s achievements, which can be influential for future educational, civic, or professional opportunities.

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Honor Brewster Marshall's Eagle Scout

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Thomas F. O'Mara

Senator · Senate District 58

Chair, Environmental Conservation

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. 349 BY: Senator O'MARA CONGRATULATING Brewster Marshall upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors WHEREAS, Brewster Marshall, 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 in May of

2017; and WHEREAS, Brewster Marshall is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 3097 of Big Flats, New York; and WHEREAS, America has achieved her greatest heights of glory through the dedication, determination and tireless efforts of the outstanding citizens… Show all

2017; and WHEREAS, Brewster Marshall is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 3097 of Big Flats, 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, Brewster Marshall played an integral part in the remodeling of the lobby area of a local SPCA, including building a new bench and donation box; in addition, he stained and installed the trim for the lobby door and floors; and WHEREAS, Brewster Marshall'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 Brewster Marshall on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Brewster Marshall.

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