LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Jesse K. Beckerman upon the occa-
sion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most pres-
tigious of Scouting honors, on June 11, 2011

WHEREAS, Jesse K. Beckerman, through his diligence and rigorous efforts,
has achieved Scouting's highest and most prestigious rank, Eagle Scout;
the Eagle Court of Honor ceremony will be held on Saturday, June 11,
2011, at the Community Church of Little Neck; and
WHEREAS, Jesse K. Beckerman, son of Deborah and Bruce Beckerman, is a
member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 183, of Little Neck, New York,
sponsored by The Lions Club of Great Neck; 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, The highest achievement of leadership in Scouting, earned by
only five percent of all Boy Scouts, is the distinguished rank of Eagle
Scout; and
WHEREAS, This outstanding young man has been involved in Scouting for
many years, has lived up to Scouting's ideals and has attained all of
the necessary achievements, including completion of a community service
project, which was successfully planned, developed and executed; and
WHEREAS, Jesse K. Beckerman has always been interested in protecting
and improving the environment; as a younger scout he was involved with
smaller projects sponsored by Udalls Cove, a non-profit organization
preserving the natural area in Douglaston; and
WHEREAS, For his project, Jesse K. Beckerman set his sights on one
area near the inlet of Little Neck Bay called Aurora Pond; it had become
overgrown with weeds and debris making it dangerous for people to walk;
with the support of Udalls Cove and a grant from Home Depot, he organ-
ized and planned the cleanup and installation of 150 feet of a double
split rail fence; he graciously donated over 50 hours of his time to
this noble cause; and
WHEREAS, Jesse K. Beckerman'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 leader, fully
equipped to meet the challenges of today's complex society; and
WHEREAS, This new 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, in
recognition of the significance of this meritorious achievement, to
congratulate and honor Jesse K. Beckerman on achieving the rank of Eagle
Scout; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Jesse K. Beckerman, 246-59 57th Drive, Douglaston, New York
11362.