Assembly Resolution No. 2263

BY: M. of A. Buttenschon

HONORING Diane Bootie upon the occasion of being
named to the Volunteer Hall of Fame by the Girl
Scouts of NYPENN Pathways Council on May 14, 2024

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that
the quality and character of life in the communities across New York
State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those
organizations and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare
of the community and its citizenry; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Diane Bootie upon the occasion of being named to the Volunteer Hall of
Fame by the Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways Council on Tuesday, May 14,
2024; and

WHEREAS, This esteemed honor recognizes a volunteer with a lifetime
commitment to the Girl Scout Movement within Girl Scouts of NYPENN
Pathways; Diane Bootie is one such individual, having sustained GSNYPENN
in various ways including supporting Girl Scouts in the community,
volunteering in a variety of roles and the financial support of the
council; and

WHEREAS, Diane Bootie became a Girl Scout volunteer 43 years ago
when her daughter expressed her desire to join the organization; during
this time, there was not a local troop in their area, so Diane stepped
up to form a troop and became its leader; and

WHEREAS, Since then, Diane Bootie has held various volunteer roles
including troop leader, service unit manager, recruiter, trainer and
product program coordinator; she makes it possible for anyone to join
Girl Scouts regardless of background or ability; and

WHEREAS, Throughout her more than four decades of steadfast and
unwavering service, members of Diane's numerous troops have benefited
greatly from her extensive knowledge, experience and unwavering
dedication; she has held every volunteer role in her Service Unit, and
has gone above and beyond to serve wherever needed; and

WHEREAS, Furthermore, when her former council was at risk of
canceling summer camp, Diane Bootie served as its camp health supervisor
for two years; and

WHEREAS, Diane Bootie is an active recruiter for her community,
reaching out to the school district, handing out flyers, attending open
houses and promoting Girl Scouts whenever possible; she has also trained
and mentored many GSNYPENN volunteers as an adult facilitator; and

WHEREAS, This extraordinary woman is also part of GSNYPENN's History
& Archives Committee; she continues to archive and coordinate council
and Girl Scout history, and works to ensure it is preserved and
maintained; and

WHEREAS, She played an instrumental role in revamping the council's
heritage and fashion trunks and the Honoring Our Heritage program which
are now available to all troops across the council; and

WHEREAS, Diane Bootie's dedication and hard work have had an
immeasurable impact on the success of GSNYPENN; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Diane Bootie has displayed
throughout her life; and

WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body
to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their
commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent
of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to
Diane Bootie, that future generations may know and appreciate her
admirable character, her many benevolent deeds, and the respect and
esteem in which she is held by her peers; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Diane Bootie upon the occasion of being named to the Volunteer
Hall of Fame by the Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways Council on May 14,
2024; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Diane Bootie.