06 LC 97
0114
House
Resolution 1161
By:
Representatives Coan of the
101st,
Ehrhart of the
36th,
and Marin of the
96th
A
RESOLUTION
Commending
Charles R. Ford on becoming an Eagle Scout; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
Charles R. Ford of Boy Scout Troop 554 of Lawrenceville, Georgia, has earned the
rank of Eagle Scout after completing the rigorous requirements of this honor,
including overseeing the construction of a 30 foot long bridge at Fort Yargo
State Park for his Eagle Scout project; and
WHEREAS,
Charles R. Ford will receive this highest achievement among Boy Scouts of
America in an Eagle Scout Court of Honor on January 28, 2006; and
WHEREAS,
the attainment of Eagle Scout rank indicates that a Scout has developed
leadership ability, self-confidence, mature judgment, and mental and physical
capabilities that will be of immense benefit throughout life; and
WHEREAS,
Charles R. Ford has amply demonstrated to his Scout leaders and peers that he
possesses these qualities along with sterling character; and
WHEREAS,
for a Scout to reach Eagle rank, he must earn 21 merit badges, 12 of which are
mandatory requirements for the Eagle Scout program; and
WHEREAS,
in achieving Eagle Scout status, Charles R. Ford has brought honor not only to
himself but also to his family and troop.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of
this body recognize and commend Charles R. Ford 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 Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Charles R.
Ford.