Honor Kayla Minutillo’s Achievement

Senate Resolution No. 2858 BY: Senator KAPLAN COMMENDING Kayla Minutillo upon the occasion of her designation as a Distinguished Finalist in the 25th Annual Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to act, in accord with its long-standing traditions, honoring the youth of today, and leaders of tomorrow, whose character and achievements exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and Nation; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Kayla Minutillo upon the occasion of her designation as a Distinguished Finalist in the 25th Annual Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program; and WHEREAS, Kayla Minutillo has distinguished herself as a young woman of superlative ability, establishing a high standard of community service, purposefulness of life, and sense of responsibility rarely achieved in youthful years; and WHEREAS, The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, created in 1995 by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP), are designed to emphasize the importance our Nation places on service to others, and to encourage all young Americans to contribute to their communities; and WHEREAS, Kayla Minutillo, an esteemed resident of Manhasset, New York, has achieved national recognition for exemplary volunteer service by receiving a 2020 Prudential Spirit of Community Award; and WHEREAS, This prestigious award honors young volunteers across America who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to their communities; and WHEREAS, The success of the State of New York, the strength of our communities, and the vitality of American society depend, in great measure, upon the dedication of young people like Kayla Minutillo, who use their considerable talents and resources to serve others; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is moved to honor Kayla Minutillo, commending her for her outstanding record of volunteerism, peer leadership, and community service, recognizing the value of her labors and the promise of her future; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations, with praise and pride, to commend Kayla Minutillo for her achievements and to extend to her the best wishes of this Legislative Body for a future of purposeful success and well-being; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Kayla Minutillo.