LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Ashley Zambito and Christopher Bair of
Newburgh Free Academy in Newburgh, New York, upon the occasion of their
recognition 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 Ashley Zambito
and Christopher Bair 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, Ashley Zambito and Christopher
Bair 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, Ashley Zambito earned an outstanding grade point average in
high school, and has also participated in golf; she is also a member of
the National Honor Society; and
WHEREAS, Christopher Bair earned an outstanding grade point average in
high school, and participated in lacrosse; he is also a member of the
National Honor Society; and
WHEREAS, Outstanding role models for their classmates, Ashley Zambito
and Christopher Bair have brought honor to their families, school, and
community; and
WHEREAS, Ashley Zambito and Christopher Bair 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, Ashley Zambito and Christopher Bair represent the potential
inherent 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 Ashley Zambito and Christopher Bair upon the occasion of their
recognition 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 Ashley Zambito and Christopher Bair.