LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Martina Kunar and James MacKay of Ches-
ter High School in Chester, New York, upon the occasion of their recog-
nition by the TIMES HERALD-RECORD as 2009 Scholar Athletes

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to act, in accord with
its long-standing traditions, to honor the achievements of its young
citizens and leaders of tomorrow, whose character and accomplishments
exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and
Nation; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Martina Kunar
and James MacKay upon the occasion of their recognition by the TIMES
HERALD-RECORD as 2009 Scholar Athletes for their accomplishments in the
current school year; and
WHEREAS, Academically and athletically, Martina Kunar and James MacKay
have distinguished themselves as students of superlative ability,
talent, and maturity, establishing standards of excellence and achieve-
ment, purposefulness of life, and responsibility rarely achieved in
youthful years; and
WHEREAS, Martina Kunar earned an outstanding grade point average in
high school, and has also participated in soccer and indoor and outdoor
track; she is also a member of the National Honor Society; and
WHEREAS, James MacKay earned an outstanding grade point average in
high school, and participated in football, swimming and track; he is
also a member of the National Honor Society; and
WHEREAS, Outstanding role models for their classmates, Martina Kunar
and James MacKay have brought honor to their families, school, and
community; and
WHEREAS, Martina Kunar and James MacKay may stand with pride in their
achievements, experiencing the satisfaction of their labors and the joy
of their accomplishments, eager to face the challenge of new experiences
as they continue their education; and
WHEREAS, Martina Kunar and James MacKay represent the potential inher-
ent in our most precious resource, our youth; this Legislative Body is
pleased to honor these students, recognizing their achievements and the
promise of their future; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Martina Kunar and James MacKay upon the occasion of their recogni-
tion by the TIMES HERALD-RECORD as 2009 Scholar Athletes and to wish
them well in their future endeavors; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Martina Kunar and James MacKay.