LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Matthew J. Endrizzi upon the occasion of
being designated as the 2009 New York State American Legion Eagle Scout
of the Year

WHEREAS, It is the practice 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 best exemplify the
ideals and values cherished by this great State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Eagle Scout Matthew J. Endrizzi of Troop 440 upon the occasion of being
designated as the 2009 New York State American Legion Eagle Scout of the
Year at the American Legion Department of New York's 91st Annual Conven-
tion in Buffalo, New York; and
WHEREAS, After being nominated by American Legion Post 488 of Monroe,
his troop's sponsor, Matthew J. Endrizzi had to complete an extensive
application process compiling his Scouting career, scholastic informa-
tion, community involvement and recommendation letters; and
WHEREAS, At the convention, Matthew J. Endrizzi was presented with an
award plaque and a scholarship by Department Commander Edward Bertrand
during the Scouting report; after receiving the award, Matthew addressed
the delegates and gave a detailed report about his Eagle Scout project;
and
WHEREAS, Wanting to help veterans, Matthew J. Endrizzi's initial
project was to build eight new wheelchair-accessible picnic tables and
benches on the American Legion property as well as repaint a 1,574-foot
storage building; and
WHEREAS, Due to Matthew J. Endrizzi's successful fundraising, he and
his troop were able to accomplish all this plus they built three addi-
tional picnic tables with benches, repaired three existing tables and
added landscaping of flowers, bushes and mulch near the Legion's war
monument, flagpole and sign; and
WHEREAS, Matthew J. Endrizzi, who plans to pursue a career in archi-
tecture, is a junior at Monroe-Woodbury High School; he is a member of
the varsity swim team, a member of several after-school clubs and an
honor student; 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, Matthew J. Endrizzi'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 lead-
er, fully equipped to meet the challenges of today's complex society;
and
WHEREAS, This 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 to
honor Matthew J. Endrizzi upon the occasion of being designated as the
2009 New York State American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year; and be it
further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Matthew J. Endrizzi.