Assembly Resolution No. 995

BY: M. of A. Burdick

CONGRATULATING Nicholas Bucaj upon the occasion of
receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the
most prestigious of Scouting honors

WHEREAS, Nicholas Bucaj, 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 at Our Lady of Sorrows
Church in White Plains, New York, on Saturday, April 6, 2024; and

WHEREAS, Nicholas Bucaj is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop
73, part of the Greater Hudson Valley Council, in White Plains, 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 student of White Plains High School 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, Nicholas Bucaj contributed his time and hard work to
complete his project for the Battle Hill Dog Park in the City of White
Plains; he constructed an obstacle course which included two ramps and
two tunnels that are customized for both small and large dogs; and

WHEREAS, The project required building and painting of the wooden
structures prior to the installation of the obstacle course on November
4, 2023; this challenging and enjoyable exercise activity for the
benefit of all dogs and their owners who utilize the Battle Hill Dog
Park will undoubtedly encourage more visitors to the park for many years
to come; and

WHEREAS, Nicholas Bucaj'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, Nicholas Bucaj's dedication to the well-being of the
citizens of White Plains is represented through his project and

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

WHEREAS, This new Eagle Scout is a credit to his family, his school,
his community, his State, and his Nation; undoubtedly, 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 Nicholas Bucaj on achieving the rank of Eagle
Scout; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Nicholas Bucaj.