Senate Resolution No. 2858

BY: Senator KAPLAN

COMMENDING Kayla Minutillo upon the occasion of
her designation as a Distinguished Finalist in the
25th Annual Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
program

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 exemplify the
ideals and values cherished by this great State and Nation; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Kayla
Minutillo upon the occasion of her designation as a Distinguished
Finalist in the 25th Annual Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
program; and

WHEREAS, Kayla Minutillo has distinguished herself as a young woman
of superlative ability, establishing a high standard of community
service, purposefulness of life, and sense of responsibility rarely
achieved in youthful years; and

WHEREAS, The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, created in 1995
by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of
Secondary School Principals (NASSP), are designed to emphasize the
importance our Nation places on service to others, and to encourage all
young Americans to contribute to their communities; and

WHEREAS, Kayla Minutillo, an esteemed resident of Manhasset, New
York, has achieved national recognition for exemplary volunteer service
by receiving a 2020 Prudential Spirit of Community Award; and

WHEREAS, This prestigious award honors young volunteers across
America who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to their
communities; and

WHEREAS, The success of the State of New York, the strength of our
communities, and the vitality of American society depend, in great
measure, upon the dedication of young people like Kayla Minutillo, who
use their considerable talents and resources to serve others; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is moved to honor Kayla Minutillo,
commending her for her outstanding record of volunteerism, peer
leadership, and community service, recognizing the value of her labors
and the promise of her future; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations,
with praise and pride, to commend Kayla Minutillo for her achievements
and to extend to her the best wishes of this Legislative Body for a
future of purposeful success and well-being; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Kayla Minutillo.