HomeMy WebLinkAbout16-015RESOLUTION NO. 16-015
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING CAMERON JOHN WEIDEMAN
UPON THE ACHIEVEMENT OF EAGLE SCOUT IN ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County, Florida, has made the
following determinations:
1. The Boy Scouts of America, incorporated on February 8, 1910 and chartered by
Congress in 1916, has a legacy of providing an educational program for boys and young adults to
build character, to train in the responsibilities as a participating citizen, and to develop personal
fitness.
2. The Boy Scouts of America endeavorsto develop Americans who have a high degree
of self-reliance as evidenced in such qualities as initiative, courage, and resourcefulness; have
personal values based on religious concepts; have the desire and skills to help others; understand
the principles of the American social, economic and governmental systems; are knowledgeable
about and take pride in their American heritage and understand our nation's role in the world;
have a keen respect for the basic rights of all people; and are prepared to participate in and give
leadership to American society.
3. The rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank in Scouting, is only achieved by about two
out of every one hundred Scouts, is significant in that it is a reflection of an individual who has
endeavored to become the best he can be; and is recognized as having special significance, not
only in Scouting, but also as that individual enters higher education, business or industry and
community service.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie
County, Florida, that Cameron John Weideman of Troop 405 is hereby congratulated for his
achievement in attainingthe rank of Eagle Scout and commended for his service to his community
now and in the years to come.
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 9th day of February, 2016.
ATTEST:
DEPUTY CLERK