Senate Resolution No. 3227
BY: Senator KAPLAN
CONGRATULATING Timothy Franz upon the occasion of
receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the
most prestigious of Scouting honors
WHEREAS, Timothy Franz, through his diligence and rigorous efforts,
has achieved Scouting's highest and most prestigious rank, Eagle Scout;
an Eagle Court of Honor ceremony will be held in recognition of his
latest accomplishment; and
WHEREAS, Following in the footsteps of a multi-generational scouting
family, Timothy Franz is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 45 in
Mineola, New York; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Timothy Franz held numerous
positions including quartermaster, assistant patrol leader, patrol
leader, and historian; and
WHEREAS, As a student at Chaminade High School, Timothy Franz was a
member of the honor society, riflery team and debate team; now, he is
studying mechanical engineering at Manhattan College while continuing
the ideals and principles of the Boy Scouts; 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, Timothy Franz collected supplies and
raised funds by selling homemade dog biscuits for Fur Babies Rescue and
Referral; an animal lover, he thoroughly enjoyed helping families and
the dogs at the shelter; and
WHEREAS, Timothy Franz'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 Timothy Franz on achieving the rank of Eagle
Scout; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Timothy Franz.
