ADOPTED - FEBRUARY 13, 2007

Agenda Item No. 21

Introduced by the Law Enforcement Committee of the:

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

RESOLUTION HONORING GARY RAYMOND SCOTT, JR.

RESOLUTION #07-030

WHEREAS, Gary Raymond Scott, Jr., of Haslett’s Troop 77 has successfully completed all the requirements for Eagle Scout, the highest rank in Scouting; and

WHEREAS, in his scouting activities, community service and as an exemplary student, Gary has stepped into adulthood as an individual who has much to offer others; and

WHEREAS, Gary has fulfilled the requirements in areas of leadership, skill in the outdoors and service by completing his Eagle project which consisted of constructing amphitheater seating around the campfire pit at the Harris Nature Center in Meridian Township, he planned the project and united the work crew of fellow scouts who worked over 200 hours to bring this special feature to the Center; and

WHEREAS,  over the years, Gary has risen through the scouting ranks, earning merit badges and participating in activities that have honed his skills, taught him a great deal about many subjects, and enriched his life; and

WHEREAS,  in his school life, Gary also made the most of his school years by participating in numerous musical ensembles including the school choir and band, he was also a member of the French Club and the National Honor Society; and

WHEREAS, Gary also showed his appreciation of the importance of helping others by volunteering at the Haslett Kids Connection, S.M.A.R.T., and as an Algebra tutor.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners recognizes Gary Raymond Scott, Junior for his personal achievements and attainment of the rank of Eagle Scout.  

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board extends its sincere appreciation to Gary for his many accomplishments and wishes him the very best in his future endeavors.

LAW ENFORCEMENT:  Yeas:  Copedge, Soule, Celentino, De Leon, Holman, Schafer

         Nays:  None           Absent:  None       Approved 2/1/07