Senate Resolution No. 639

BY: Senator KAPLAN

CONGRATULATING Brett T. Bosse upon the occasion of
receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the
most prestigious of Scouting honors, on March 23,
2019

WHEREAS, Brett T. Bosse, 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, March 23,
2019, at Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department, Manhasset, New York; and

WHEREAS, Immediately attracted to the camaraderie and outdoor
experiences Scouting has to offer Brett T. Bosse crossed over to Troop
71 after a productive Cub Scout career, earning the Arrow of Light when
he was 11 years old; during his Scouting career he served as Patrol
Leader, Assistant Patrol Leader, Instructor, and two terms as
Quartermaster; and

WHEREAS, While attending many summer and high adventure camps, Brett
T. Bosse earned 32 merit badges and successfully completed the
requirements for Snorkeling, Junior Leadership Orientation Workshop
training, World Conservation and the Catholic Ad Altare Dei Award; and

WHEREAS, With a true passion for rowing, Brett T. Bosse has won
multiple Rower of the Year and Leadership Awards at Port Rowing, as well
as four Long Island Championships; he has also won two New York State
High School Championships; and

WHEREAS, At the national level, Brett T. Bosse has had much success
as a member of the United States Junior National Team System, winning
two National Team Championships, as well as a Bronze Medal; and

WHEREAS, Most recently, in December 2018, Brett T. Bosse was invited
to participate in the United States Rowing's Youth Regional Challenge in
Sarasota, Florida, recognizing him as one of the top rowers in the
Northeast, he earned a Silver Medal, missing gold by less than one
second; and

WHEREAS, A student at St. Mary's High School, Brett T. Bosse is a
member of the National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society,
Scholar Service Institute and Finance Club; he also works at St. Mary's
Church; 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, The Boy Scouts of America 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 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 project, Brett T. Bosse designed, planned, built
and installed a 132-unit cubby storage system for use by the rowers at
Port Rowing's fast growing program; and

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

WHEREAS, As he goes forward in his academic career, Brett T. Bosse
plans to continue rowing in college, while continuing the ideals and
principles of the Boy Scouts; and

WHEREAS, Brett T. Bosse'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 Brett T. Bosse on achieving the rank of Eagle
Scout; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Brett T. Bosse.