Honor Jason Bono Eagle Scout

Senate Resolution No. 1503 BY: Senator LAVALLE CONGRATULATING Jason Bono upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on June 2, 2019 WHEREAS, Jason Bono, 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, June 2, 2019, at East Hampton American Legion, Amagansett, New York; and WHEREAS, The son of Rich and Diane Ryan Bono, Jason is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 298, East Hampton, New York; it is only with the continued diligence and devotion of our youth, tomorrow's leaders, that America will maintain her glory; 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, 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 approximately 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, Jason Bono raised the necessary funds to create a human sundial located at the East Hampton Farm Museum; a person stands on the corresponding slate that lists the current month and raises their hands, their shadow will then be cast out to another slate with numbers reflecting the correct time; his fellow Scouts and leaders, and several members of his community donated many hours of their time to help Jason reach his goal; and WHEREAS, Jason Bono'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 Jason Bono on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Jason Bono.