Fuschillo Legislation Honors Merrick Eagle Scout

Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., R-Merrick, announced that the New York State Senate recently passed a legislative resolution he sponsored honoring Merrick resident James Harrington for attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.

Harrington, a member of Merrick Boy Scout Troop 351, earned the award after years of hard work rising through scouting’s ranks, dedication to scouting’s ideals and service to others.

Harrington also completed a community service project in which he constructed a four foot high split rail fence to house the Nigerian dwarf goats at the Town of Hempstead’s Norman J. Levy Park and Preserve. Harrison also built an additional grazing area for the goats and installed a large equipment storage box on the Rangers’ porch.

“James  is a wonderful young man whose strong work ethic, desire to serve his community, and leadership qualities have helped him earn scouting’s most prestigious honor," Fuschillo said. "I am certain that this is just the first of many more great accomplishments that lay ahead for James. I congratulate him and his family on this notable achievement and wish him continued success in the future."

With the passage of this resolution, Harrington’s achievements will forever be part of the official record of the New York State Senate.