What's happening
This resolution congratulates Lucas J. Sklavos on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and honors his community service.
Why it matters
Highlights the importance of youth leadership and community service. by recognizing specific achievements of a local student, potentially encouraging other young people to contribute positively to their communities.
Underscores the value of the Eagle Scout rank. as a benchmark for personal development, perseverance, and civic responsibility, reinforcing the broader social impact of the Boy Scouts program.
Brings attention to local environmental and community improvement efforts. in this case, through the donation of handmade benches to a public preserve—which can inspire more community-driven projects and partnerships.
Serves as a public affirmation. of the role families, schools, and communities play in fostering future leaders, while also documenting the achievements of constituents for the historical record.
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Honor Eagle Scout Achievement
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- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
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Senate Resolution No. 2786 BY: Senator GAUGHRAN CONGRATULATING Lucas J. Sklavos upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on March 1,
2020 WHEREAS, Lucas J. Sklavos, 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,
March 1, 2020, at St. Gertrude's Roman Catholic Church Parish Center in Bayville, New York; and WHEREAS, The son of Kathleen and Alexander Sklavos, Lucas is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 176, Bayville, New York, and a senior at Kellenberg Memorial… Show allHide
March 1, 2020, at St. Gertrude's Roman Catholic Church Parish Center in Bayville, New York; and WHEREAS, The son of Kathleen and Alexander Sklavos, Lucas is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 176, Bayville, New York, and a senior at Kellenberg Memorial High School; 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 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, Lucas J. Sklavos built and then donated four handmade benches to the Charles T. Church Preserve in Mill Neck, New York, thereby creating sitting areas for visitors; and WHEREAS, His dedication to the safety and well-being of the citizens of Mill Neck is represented through his project and demonstrates his devotion to both community and commitment to others; and WHEREAS, As he goes forward in his academic career, Lucas J. Sklavos plans on pursuing a degree in aerospace engineering, while continuing the ideals and principles of the Boy Scouts; and WHEREAS, Lucas J. Sklavos' 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 Lucas J. Sklavos on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Lucas J. Sklavos.
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