LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Cara Petrizzo upon the occasion of
receiving the Girl Scout Silver Award

WHEREAS, Cara Petrizzo is a member of Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson
Troop 449; and
WHEREAS, Through her diligence and rigorous efforts, Cara Petrizzo has
earned the Girl Scout Silver Award, the highest and most prestigious
honor accorded to Cadette Girl Scouts; and
WHEREAS, Girl Scouting cultivates in our nation's young people the
values of sisterhood, the importance of working with others; Girl Scout
activities develop leadership, stimulate both mind and body, instill
pride, encourage community service, and strengthen a commitment to
excellence; and
WHEREAS, To earn the Silver Award, Cara Petrizzo completed a series of
requirements which included; a skills building process; identification
of issues important to the Girl Scout; exploration of her community; an
action project which Cara Petrizzo planned, developed and executed; and
a reflection, and sharing of her Silver Award experience with the Girl
Scouting community; and
WHEREAS, The Silver Award symbolizes a Cadette Girl Scout's accom-
plishments in Girl Scouting and community activities as she matures and
works to better her life and the lives of others; and
WHEREAS, Through earning the Silver Award, Cara Petrizzo has amply
demonstrated her high character and commitment; it is a harbinger of her
future as a leader in her community, New York State and our nation; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
warmly congratulate Cara Petrizzo, recognizing her achievement in earn-
ing the Girl Scout Silver Award, and wishing her much success in her
endeavors; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Cara Petrizzo.