Senate Resolution No. 853

BY: Senator MARTINS

CONGRATULATING Michael Domingo upon the occasion
of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout,
the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on January
28, 2025

WHEREAS, Michael Domingo, through his diligence and rigorous
efforts, has achieved Scouting's highest and most prestigious rank,
Eagle Scout, on Tuesday, January 28, 2025; the Eagle Court of Honor
ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 4, 2025; and

WHEREAS, Michael Domingo is a member of Scouts BSA Troop 298; and

WHEREAS, America has achieved its 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 its glory; and

WHEREAS, Scouts BSA and its members are dedicated to the development
of character and leadership in the youth of this Nation; and

WHEREAS, The highest achievement of leadership in Scouting, earned
by approximately five percent of all 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
the necessary achievements, including completion of a community service
project, which was successfully planned, developed, and executed; and

WHEREAS, For his project, Michael Domingo directed the design and
construction of the Wall of Heroes Memorial at Memorial Park in New Hyde
Park, New York; and

WHEREAS, With a desire to recognize and honor those heroic
individuals who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our Nation, Michael
Domingo compiled information on 57 service members from New Hyde Park
who lost their lives defending our freedom during World War I, World War
II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War; and

WHEREAS, Michael Domingo directed and collaborated with local
contractors and fellow scouts to beautify the area and construct three
brick walls with bronze plaques attached honoring the 57 fallen heroes
he researched; and

WHEREAS, His dedication to the safety and well-being of the citizens
of Nassau County, New York, is represented through his project and
demonstrates his devotion to both community and commitment to others;
and

WHEREAS, As he goes forward in his journey, Michael Domingo plans on
continuing the ideals and principles of Scouting America, and he will
undoubtedly be met with more success in his future; and

WHEREAS, Michael Domingo'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 Michael Domingo on achieving the rank of Eagle
Scout; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Michael Domingo.