Assembly Resolution No. 2361

BY: M. of A. Burdick

CONGRATULATING Teddy Eaton upon the occasion of
receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the
most prestigious of Scouting honors, on June 23,
2024

WHEREAS, Teddy Eaton, 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 23, 2024,
at the New Castle Community Center; and

WHEREAS, Teddy Eaton is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 2,
of Chappaqua, New York; 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
the necessary achievements, including completion of a community service
project, which was successfully planned, developed, and executed; and

WHEREAS, For his project entitled "Sustainability Education in New
Castle," Teddy Eaton created a collection of videos designed to teach
people about the environment with the goal of spreading awareness about
climate change and to motivate people to take more climate friendly
actions; the videos focus on major aspects of sustainability, such as
recycling, water conservation, and renewable energy resources; and

WHEREAS, Beginning his involvement with Scouting as a wolf scout in
pack 206 while in the second grade, Teddy Eaton further proved his
dedication in rising through the ranks, becoming a Cub Scout and later a
Boy Scout; he pridefully has served as Assistant Patrol Leader, Patrol
Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, and Senior Patrol Leader; and

WHEREAS, Always giving of his time, energy, and knowledge for the
betterment of himself and those around him, Teddy Eaton worked at a Boy
Scout summer camp where he taught kids the First Aid merit badge; and

WHEREAS, His dedication to the safety and well-being of the citizens
of Chappaqua and beyond is represented through his project and

demonstrates his devotion to both community and commitment to others;
and

WHEREAS, Teddy Eaton'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 Teddy Eaton upon the occasion of receiving the
distinguished rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Teddy Eaton.