Assembly Resolution No. 455
BY: M. of A. Thiele
CONGRATULATING Jason Bono upon the occasion of
receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the
most prestigious of Scouting honors, on June 2, 2019
WHEREAS, Jason Bono, 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 Sunday, June 2, 2019, at
East Hampton American Legion, Amagansett, New York; and
WHEREAS, The son of Rich and Diane Ryan Bono, Jason is a member of
Boy Scouts of America Troop 298, East Hampton, New York; it is only with
the continued diligence and devotion of our youth, tomorrow's leaders,
that America will maintain her glory; 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, 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, Jason Bono raised the necessary funds to
create a human sundial located at the East Hampton Farm Museum; a person
stands on the corresponding slate that lists the current month and
raises their hands, their shadow will then be cast out to another slate
with numbers reflecting the correct time; his fellow Scouts and leaders,
and several members of his community donated many hours of their time to
help Jason reach his goal; and
WHEREAS, Jason Bono'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 Jason Bono on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Jason Bono.
