LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the CGV Soccer Club's trip to
Portugal to participate in a cultural exchange program

WHEREAS, Cultural exchange programs between students from New York State
and those from abroad have an educational value which is immeasurable
and provide the opportunity for experiences which last a lifetime; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense 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 commem-
orate the CGV Soccer Club's trip to Portugal to participate in a
cultural exchange program; and
WHEREAS, The CGV Soccer Club, a group of 18 young ladies ranging in
age from 14-17, will be traveling to Europe to participate in a cultural
exchange trip to Portugal on February 13-19, 2009; and
WHEREAS, The students will be visiting the city of Povoa do Varzim,
located in the northern section of Portugal; and
WHEREAS, The trip is designed to provide the students an opportunity
to experience the Portuguese culture and discuss the American culture
with Portuguese youth; during their stay, they will visit local museums
and local high schools, and talk with local governmental officials; and
WHEREAS, It is only fitting that this Legislative Body extend its
highest commendation to the city of Povoa do Varzim for their assistance
and hospitality in making this trip possible; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the CGV Soccer Club's trip to Portugal to participate in a
cultural exchange program on February 13-19, 2009; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
presented to Mr. Jose Macedo Vieira, President of the city of Povoa do
Varzim.