LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Shayla Lyons upon the occasion of being
named an Outstanding Student by the Capital District YMCA on May 14,
2015

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay
tribute to those young people within the great Empire State who have
made strong contributions to their communities and who serve as role
models for their peers; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Shayla Lyons upon the occasion of being named an Outstanding Student by
the Capital District YMCA to be celebrated at its 10th Annual Student
and Educator Awards Breakfast Reception, on Thursday, May 14, 2015, at
the Sarazen Student Union, Siena College, Albany, New York; and
WHEREAS, This commendation honors high school students and educators
for their dedication to service in their schools, community, and local
YMCA; and
WHEREAS, Shayla Lyons is currently a junior at Bishop Maginn High
School; this exceptional young woman is extremely dedicated in giving
back to both her school and her community; and
WHEREAS, For many years, Shayla Lyons has participated in various
volunteer activities such as working at local food pantries, and the
AIDS Council; and
WHEREAS, In her school, Shayla Lyons has served as a dedicated Cheer-
leading Coach and role-model for young girls; she is the definition of
an individual who is socially courageous and is a fearless champion of
those who need her help; and
WHEREAS, With a sense of civic duty and her commitment to others,
Shayla Lyons represents the best development of the potential which is
inherent in our most precious resource, our youth; and
WHEREAS, This occasion presents an opportunity for this Legislative
Body to wish Shayla Lyons continued success throughout her school years
and beyond; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Shayla Lyons upon the occasion of being named an Outstanding
Student by the Capital District YMCA on May 14, 2015; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted Shayla Lyons.