LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending the Future Farmers of America Chapter
at Belleville Henderson Central School District upon the occasion of its
designation as Best FFA Chapter in New York State

WHEREAS, The agricultural industry is part of the foundation upon which
our distinct American heritage is built; and
WHEREAS, New York State, along with the rest of the United States, is
dependent on our agricultural industry for a variety of food products;
and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
the Future Farmers of America Chapter at Belleville Henderson Central
School District upon the occasion of its designation as Best FFA Chapter
in New York State; and
WHEREAS, The Future Farmers of America (FFA) Chapter at Belleville
Henderson Central School District was recognized in Verona, New York, as
it ranked number one against approximately 80 other chapters; it was the
third victory for the chapter, which also won in 1994 and 1981; and
WHEREAS, The chapter's adviser, Tedra J. McDougal has done a superb
job in guiding, molding and inspiring the team members toward their
goals; and
WHEREAS, Several students from the chapter were recognized for indi-
vidual honors including: Amanda A.V. Rhodes, a senior, who was named
president of the state association; Morgan J. Shaver, a 2010 graduate of
Belleville Henderson Central School, who was selected by state staff to
run for office at the national association's convention in Indianapolis;
and Erik J. Shelmidine who was recognized with a state star award in
agriculture placement; and
WHEREAS, In addition, the FFA Chapter at Belleville Henderson Central
School District had 16 students receive their Empire Degree, the state's
top award, and nine students applied for proficiency certificates; and
WHEREAS, The participants of the Future Farmers of America Chapter at
Belleville Henderson Central School District exemplify the best poten-
tial inherent in our most precious resource, our youth; they have
brought enduring honor to their family, local community and to the State
of New York, and should be recognized and saluted; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the Future Farmers of America Chapter at Belleville Henderson
Central School District upon the occasion of its designation as Best FFA
Chapter in New York State; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Future Farmers of America Chapter at Belleville Henderson
Central School District.