LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Timothy Broadus upon the occasion of his
designation as the Boys and Girls Clubs of Buffalo 2009 Youth of the
Year

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay
tribute to those young people within the great Empire State who have
made strong contributions to their communities and serve as role models
for their peers; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Timothy Broadus upon the occasion of his designation as the Boys and
Girls Clubs of Buffalo 2009 Youth of the Year; and
WHEREAS, Known as Mr. Fix-It at the Masten Clubhouse of the Boys and
Girls Clubs of Buffalo, Timothy Broadus is the one that the members turn
to when a game is broken or there is a conflict between members; and
WHEREAS, Always willing to help run a program, work in the kitchen or
come up with new ideas for the Keystone Club to help in the community,
Timothy Broadus is also very active in Passport to Manhood, Triple Play,
Youth for Unity, SMART MOVES and Goals for Graduation; and
WHEREAS, Exemplifying the best potential which is inherent in our most
precious resource, our youth, Timothy Broadus has established a purpose-
fulness of life and brought enduring honor to his family and community
through his many achievements; and
WHEREAS, Poised eagerly with enthusiasm and determined purpose, Timo-
thy Broadus now stands honorably, with just pride in his accomplishments
and in eager anticipation of future challenges, understanding and appre-
ciating the caring counsel and support provided by his teachers, friends
and family; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when the youth
of today, and leaders of tomorrow, whose character and achievements best
exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and
Nation, are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and
recognized by all the citizens of the great State of New York; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Timothy Broadus upon the occasion of his designation as the Boys
and Girls Clubs of Buffalo 2009 Youth of the Year and extend to him its
best wishes for a future of purposeful success and well-being, fully
confident of his response to a promising future and appreciative of the
model he represents for all aspiring young people of the Empire State;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Timothy Broadus.