LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring 11-year-old J.P. Iacona of Elmont, New
York, for his ceaseless dedicated service to the Elmont community

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to act, in accord with
its long-standing traditions, honoring the achievements of its promising
citizens and leaders of tomorrow, whose character and achievements best
exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and
Nation; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor 11-year-old
J.P. Iacona of Elmont, New York, for his ceaseless dedicated service to
his community; and
WHEREAS, Eager in his initiatives and poised in his approaches, J.P.
Iacona has given of his time and energy, tirelessly raising funds for
America's VetDogs; and
WHEREAS, For the last 64 years, America's VetDogs have provided guide
dogs, service dogs and new technologies for disabled veterans; men and
women who have lost their eyesight or limbs, suffered traumatic brain
injuries or post-traumatic stress disorder are given companions to help
them lead a more active life; and
WHEREAS, In addition to raising money for VetDogs, J.P Iacona also
involves himself in other charitable endeavors; he has been collecting
scrap metal for charity and started a recycling program at Covert Avenue
School in Elmont; and
WHEREAS, J.P Iacona has made a significant difference in his communi-
ty; his contributions have served as a valuable resource for the people,
veterans, active soldiers and returning soldiers of Elmont, New York;
and
WHEREAS, With his sense of civic duty and his commitment to others,
J.P. Iacona represents the potential inherent in our most precious
resource, our youth; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when young
people of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor 11-year-old J.P. Iacona of Elmont, New York, for his ceaseless
dedicated service to the Elmont community; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to J.P. Iacona, Elmont, New York.