Bill Text: GA SR1013 | 2011-2012 | Regular Session | Enrolled

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Bill Title: Boggs, David Walter; recognize

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2012-02-23 - Senate Read and Adopted [SR1013 Detail]

Download: Georgia-2011-SR1013-Enrolled.html

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12 LC 93 0909

Senate Resolution 1013

By: Senator Rogers of the 21st

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending David Walter Boggs; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, David Walter Boggs has attained the rank of Eagle Scout, the most distinguished rank conferred by the Boy Scouts of America; and

WHEREAS, a candidate for the most exceptional award in scouting must complete a rigorous program of training and demonstrate his proficiency in selected scouting techniques and attainment of the highest ideals of scouting; and

WHEREAS, only one scout out of 97 ever reaches this lofty level of achievement, and David has ably evidenced his aptitude and competency in mastering the various special skills taught through the Boy Scout program; and

WHEREAS, for his Eagle project, David beautified the perimeter of the cemetery at Sixes United Methodist Church, leading and coordinating the efforts of other scouts, church members, friends, and family in almost 360 hours of work to clean up over two tons of trash, cut down trees and branches, clear weeds and underbrush, and build two trash can holders and a beautiful wall using old stones and blocks; and

WHEREAS, this hard-working young man is a member of Troop 641 and has demonstrated great leadership skills and initiative during his years with the Boy Scouts of America program; and

WHEREAS, an outstanding Georgian, David has truly exhibited a commitment to the scouting principles of honesty and fairness and has consistently conducted himself in a manner becoming an Eagle Scout; and

WHEREAS, the perseverance and determination displayed by this exceptional young leader is an example for all Georgians, and great success is surely in this young man's future.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body commend David Walter Boggs for his diligence and dedication in pursuing the highest honor awarded by the Boy Scouts of America and congratulate him on attaining the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to David Walter Boggs.