Honor Kevin Gardener's Eagle Scout

2019 WHEREAS, Kevin Gardener, 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, April 7, 2019, at the American Legion Post 448 in Monroe, New York; and WHEREAS, The son of Marie and Keith Gardener, Kevin is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 440 of the Hudson Valley Council in 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 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, Kevin Gardener made numerous improvements to the main entryway at North Main Elementary School in Monroe; he created a new sign, built a retaining wall, refurbished the landscaping, and added a bench for students, parents and visitors to sit and relax; and WHEREAS, His dedication to the safety and well-being of the citizens of Monroe is represented through his project and demonstrates his devotion to both community and commitment to others; and WHEREAS, Kevin Gardener'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 Kevin Gardener on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Kevin Gardener.