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J591Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Eagle Scout Achievement

Official title

“Congratulating Charles S. Smith III upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors”

Sponsor Kenneth P. LaValleSD-1
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Charles S. Smith III on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and recognizes his accomplishments.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the value of youth leadership and community service. , reflecting societal emphasis on developing responsible future citizens through programs like the Boy Scouts.

  2. Underscores the rarity and prestige of achieving Eagle Scout. , recognizing that only a small percentage of scouts attain this rank, which may inspire others to pursue high standards in youth organizations.

  3. Acknowledges specific contributions to the local community. , such as the construction of a storage shed for the American Legion, illustrating how individual effort can have tangible, positive local impact.

  4. Serves as a public record of personal achievement. , potentially benefiting the honoree’s future educational or career opportunities by showcasing civic recognition and leadership skills.

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Honor Eagle Scout Achievement

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kenneth P. LaValle

Senator · Senate District 1

Chair, Higher Education

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. 591 BY: Senator LAVALLE CONGRATULATING Charles S. Smith III upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on March 18, 2017 WHEREAS, Charles S. Smith III, 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 Saturday,

March 18, 2017, at Miller Place High School in Miller Place, New York; and WHEREAS, Charles S. Smith III, son of Charles S. and Marianne Smith, Jr., is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 204 in Miller Place; and WHEREAS, Charles S. Smith III graduated… Show all

March 18, 2017, at Miller Place High School in Miller Place, New York; and WHEREAS, Charles S. Smith III, son of Charles S. and Marianne Smith, Jr., is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 204 in Miller Place; and WHEREAS, Charles S. Smith III graduated Mt. Sinai High School with his Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation with Honors with Mastery in Science; currently, he is attending Hofstra University; 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, Charles S. Smith III constructed an outdoor storage shed for the American Legion Wilson Ritch Post 432; and WHEREAS, Charles S. Smith III'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 Charles S. Smith III on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Charles S. Smith III.

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