LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Jason Neal upon the occasion of
his designation as recipient of the South Colonie Teenager Community
Award by the Colonie Elks Club

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 ideals and
values cherished by this great State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, It is also the custom of this Legislative Body to commend and
pay tribute to those people who, by achieving outstanding success in
their educational endeavors have inspired and brought pride to our
majestic Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Jason Neal upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the
South Colonie Teenager Community Award by the Colonie Elks Club; this
auspicious occasion will be celebrated at a ceremony to be held at the
Town of Colonie Town Hall on Wednesday, May 22, 2013; and
WHEREAS, A Colonie Central High School honor roll student, Jason Neal
is a member of the Art Club and is also an Executive Club member, as
well as a member of the Graphics Club; and
WHEREAS, Jason Neal was the Academic Accomplishment Awards recipient
in 2010, 2011, and 2012; he also won the Student of the Month Award for
Art in both December 2011 and 2012; in May 2012 he won the Innovation
and Creativity Award; and
WHEREAS, Chosen to be involved in a HOBY Character Education Workshop,
Jason Neal participated in a musical competition for orchestra, winning
first place; he also hosted an art show displaying his work; and
WHEREAS, Jason Neal designed a logo for Colonie Central High School's
character education campaign; his artwork was selected to be showcased
in a high school regional art show; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Jason Neal volunteered as an assistant coach
with the Colonie soccer club, and hosted a game at the Saddlewood Fun
Fair; and
WHEREAS, Jason Neal has so eminently displayed ability, talent and
maturity so rarely attained in youthful years; and
WHEREAS, This occasion presents a unique opportunity for this Legisla-
tive Body to commend Jason Neal upon the occasion of his outstanding
high school career and community service; and
WHEREAS, Recognizing the value of his learning experience, as well as
the fruits of his dedicated labor, Jason Neal now stands with poise and
purpose to face the challenges of new experiences; and
WHEREAS, It is appropriate to celebrate the individual accomplishments
of remarkable students in this great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to recognize and
applaud Jason Neal for his noteworthy educational and community endeav-
ors; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Jason Neal upon the occasion of his designation as recipi-
ent of the South Colonie Teenager Community Award by the Colonie Elks
Club; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Jason Neal.