What's happening
This resolution congratulates Matthew J. du Bourg for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and recognizes his community service.
Why it matters
Highlights the importance of youth civic engagement. by recognizing a young person's sustained commitment to community service and personal development, encouraging others to pursue similar paths.
Underscores the value of hands-on community projects. , as Matthew J. du Bourg’s Eagle Scout service included building duckling rehabilitation pools and squirrel boxes for local wildlife rescue organizations, benefiting animal welfare and local ecosystems.
Reinforces the significance of leadership training in youth organizations. , suggesting that achievements like attaining Eagle Scout prepare young people for future roles in society by fostering perseverance, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
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Honor Matthew J. du Bourg
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Senator · Senate District 7
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History
- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
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Senate Resolution No. 4456 BY: Senator PHILLIPS CONGRATULATING Matthew J. du Bourg upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on May 20, 2018 WHEREAS, Matthew J. du Bourg, 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,
May 20, 2018, in Monsignor Tarrant Hall at St. Ignatius Loyola School in Hicksville, New York; and WHEREAS, Matthew J. du Bourg is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 382 in Hicksville, New York; and WHEREAS, America has achieved her greatest heights of… Show allHide
May 20, 2018, in Monsignor Tarrant Hall at St. Ignatius Loyola School in Hicksville, New York; and WHEREAS, Matthew J. du Bourg is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 382 in Hicksville, 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, Matthew J. du Bourg constructed three duckling rehabilitation pools for the Volunteers for Wildlife, Wildlife Hospital and Rehabilitation Center at Bailey Arboretum in Locust Valley, New York; he also built several squirrel boxes, which he then attached to trees; and WHEREAS, Matthew J. du Bourg'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 Matthew J. du Bourg on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Matthew J. du Bourg.
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