Assembly Resolution No. 648

BY: M. of A. Burdick

CONGRATULATING Liam Dafler upon the occasion of
receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the
most prestigious of Scouting honors, on June 7, 2025

WHEREAS, Liam Dafler, 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 Saturday, June 7,
2025; and

WHEREAS, Liam Dafler is a member of Scouts BSA Troop 73, White
Plains, New York; 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, Liam Dafler led his team of scouts to
enhance Kittrell Park's natural landscape, creating a more welcoming and
environmentally sustainable space; he designed and built a raised
planter bed, carefully selecting native plants and pollinators to
support local biodiversity and attract essential pollinating species
like bees and butterflies; additionally, he planted two trees near the
playground, providing much-needed shade to improve comfort for children
and families; and

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

WHEREAS, Liam Dafler is 17 years old and a junior at White Plains
High School; he began his scouting journey as a Tiger Cub in Pack 5 in
September 2014 before joining Troop 73 in March 2019; and

WHEREAS, Liam Dafler'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 Liam Dafleron achieving the rank of Eagle Scout;
and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Liam Dafler.