Senate Resolution No. 5614

BY: Senator BONACIC

HONORING Joshua Evans upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition by the Orange
County Interscholastic Athletic Association as a
2018 Senior Scholar-Athlete

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to act, in accord
with its long-standing traditions, to honor the achievements of its
young citizens and leaders of tomorrow, whose character and
accomplishments exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great
State and Nation; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Joshua Evans
upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the
Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association as a 2018 Senior
Scholar-Athlete; this momentous occasion was celebrated with a Breakfast
on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, at Kuhl's Highland House, Middletown, New
York; and

WHEREAS, Academically and athletically, Joshua Evans has
distinguished himself as a young man of superlative ability, talent, and
maturity, establishing standards of excellence and achievement,
purposefulness of life, and responsibility rarely achieved in youthful
years; and

WHEREAS, A student at Livingston Manor High School, Joshua Evans has
a 98.77 GPA and is ranked 3rd in his class; he is a member of the
National Honor Society as well as Class Treasurer; and

WHEREAS, Joshua Evans is also Captain of the football, basketball
and baseball teams; he was named an All-Star Scholar Athlete for
basketball and All-League for football; and

WHEREAS, Dedicated to his community, Joshua Evans gives tirelessly
of his time and energies volunteering as a youth basketball coach, Cal
Ripkin umpire and with the local Kiwanis Club; and

WHEREAS, An outstanding role model for his classmates, Joshua Evans
has brought honor to his family, school, and community; and

WHEREAS, Joshua Evans may stand with pride in his achievements,
experiencing the satisfaction of his labors and the joy of his
accomplishments, eager to face the challenge of new experiences as he
continues his education; and

WHEREAS, Joshua Evans represents the potential inherent in our most
precious resource, our youth; this Legislative Body is pleased to honor
this young man, recognizing his achievements and the promise of his
future; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Joshua Evans upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by the Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association as

a 2018 Senior Scholar-Athlete, and to wish him well in his future
endeavors; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Joshua Evans.