Bill Text: GA SR1623 | 2009-2010 | Regular Session | Enrolled
Bill Title: Scanlan, Collin; recognize
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2010-04-29 - Senate Read and Adopted [SR1623 Detail]
Download: Georgia-2009-SR1623-Enrolled.html
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Senate
Resolution 1623
By:
Senator Unterman of the 45th
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RESOLUTION
Recognizing
and commending Collin Scanlan; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
Collin Scanlan 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
Collin has ably evidenced his aptitude and competency in mastering the various
special skills taught through the Boy Scout program; and
WHEREAS,
this hard-working young man is a member of Troop 827 and has demonstrated great
leadership skills and initiative during his years with the Boy Scouts of America
program; and
WHEREAS,
a senior at North Gwinnett High School, Collin is a member of the varsity
lacrosse team, serves as a freshman mentor, is a certified lifeguard, and works
every summer as a counselor for the YMCA Camp High Harbour at the Rabun Gap
Nacoochee School; and
WHEREAS,
to earn the rank of Eagle Scout, Collin collected over 1,000 food items for the
North Gwinnett Food Co-op; and
WHEREAS,
during his years in the Boy Scouts of America program, Collin has been elected
to serve several terms as Patrol Leader, attended two high adventure camp outs,
and was elected Crew Leader during his troop's trip to the Philmont Scout Camp
in New Mexico; and
WHEREAS, an outstanding Georgian, Collin 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, an outstanding Georgian, Collin 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
Collin Scanlan 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 Collin Scanlan.