Senate Resolution No. 2431

BY: Senator KAPLAN

CONGRATULATING Leonardo J. Gomez upon the occasion
of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout,
the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on May 22,
2022

LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Leonardo J. Gomez upon the
occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most
prestigious of Scouting honors, on May 22, 2022

WHEREAS, Leonardo J. Gomez, 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 Sunday,
May 22, 2022, at The Albertson Hook & Ladder, Engine & Hose, Company No.
1 in Albertson, New York; and

WHEREAS, Leonardo J. Gomez is a member of Boy Scouts of America
Troop 201, of Herricks, New York; and

WHEREAS, Leonardo J. Gomez began his scouting career in 2014 as a
member of Pack 202; in 2015, he was awarded the Arrow of Light; and

WHEREAS, Upon finishing Cub Scouts, Leonardo J. Gomez joined Troop
201 and held the positions of Quartermaster, Assistant Patrol Leader,
and Patrol Leader; while a Boy Scout, this exceptional young man earned
31 merit badges and earned the Triple Crown for attending Sea Base,
Philmont, and Summit; and

WHEREAS, This outstanding young man also earned BSA Snorkeling and
Stand Up Paddle boarding at Sea Base, as well as Duty to God and
Wilderness Pledge at Philmont; 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, Boy Scouts of America and its members are dedicated to the
development of character and leadership in the youth of this Nation; the
Boy Scouts of America also remind you about the importance of
conservation and our environment; and

WHEREAS, The highest achievement of leadership in Scouting, earned
by approximately 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, For his Eagle Project, Leonardo J. Gomez chose Harbor Child
Care as his beneficiary; he made life-sized reproductions of the famous
board games Chutes and Ladders, Kerplunk, and Jenga, which were enjoyed
by all; and

WHEREAS, Leonardo J. Gomez's dedication to the safety and well-being
of the citizens of Herricks is represented through his project and
demonstrates his devotion to both community and commitment to others;
and

WHEREAS, Poised eagerly with enthusiasm and determined purpose, this
Eagle Scout now stands honorably, with just pride in his accomplishments
and in excited anticipation of future challenges; and

WHEREAS, Leonardo J. Gomez'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 Leonardo J. Gomez on achieving the rank of Eagle
Scout; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Leonardo J. Gomez.