What's happening
This resolution congratulates Evan M. Salmonsen on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and honors his accomplishments.
Why it matters
Highlights the importance of youth leadership and community service. , using Evan M. Salmonsen's achievement as an example of how young people can make a positive impact in their local communities.
Emphasizes the rarity and significance of the Eagle Scout rank. , noting that only about five percent of Boy Scouts attain this honor, which underscores the dedication and perseverance required.
Spotlights a specific community improvement project. , showing that Evan’s Eagle Scout service—raising funds for and landscaping a memorial flagpole at the local fire department—provides lasting value to the community and serves as a model for civic engagement.
Recognizes the broader societal value of Scouting. , suggesting that developing leadership and character in youth through organizations like the Boy Scouts is critical for the nation’s future progress and success.
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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. 4500 BY: Senator RITCHIE CONGRATULATING Evan M. Salmonsen upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on April 7,
2018 WHEREAS, Evan M. Salmonsen, 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 Saturday,
April 7, 2018, at the United Methodist Church in Hannibal, New York; and WHEREAS, Eric M. Salmonsen is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 780, located in Hannibal, New York; and WHEREAS, America has achieved her greatest heights of glory through the… Show allHide
April 7, 2018, at the United Methodist Church in Hannibal, New York; and WHEREAS, Eric M. Salmonsen is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 780, located in Hannibal, 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, and has lived up to Scouting's ideals, attaining all of the necessary achievements, including completion of a community service project, which was successfully planned, developed and executed; and WHEREAS, For his Eagle Scout project, Evan M. Salmonsen raised funds to replace the memorial flagpole at the Hannibal Volunteer Fire Department's field, and planted flowers and provided landscaping around the new flagpole; and WHEREAS, The perseverance of Evan M. Salmonsen 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 Evan M. Salmonsen on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Evan M. Salmonsen.
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