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05 LC 98 0360
Senate Resolution 189
By: Senators Rogers of the 21st and Stephens of the 27th

A RESOLUTION

Commending Zachary Joseph Okerblad on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Zachary Joseph Okerblad has earned the rank of Eagle Scout, to be awarded during a ceremony on March 26, 2005; and

WHEREAS, since 1911, the Eagle Scout Award has been the symbol of the highest and most prestigious achievement among the Boy Scouts of America; and

WHEREAS, Zachary Joseph Okerblad has joined the elite ranks of the top 4 percent of scouts who achieve the rank of Eagle Scout; and

WHEREAS, the candidate for the rank of Eagle Scout must complete a rigorous program of training and must demonstrate his proficiency in selected scouting techniques and commitment to the highest ideals of scouting; and

WHEREAS, the attainment of this 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 his life; and

WHEREAS, Zachary Joseph Okerblad's Eagle Scout service project involved building an outdoor classroom for Furtah Preparatory School; and

WHEREAS, in achieving Eagle Scout status, Zachary Joseph Okerblad has brought honor to himself, his family, and his troop.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that Zachary Joseph Okerblad is recognized and commended on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout and he is extended his community's best wishes for success and happiness in future endeavors.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Zachary Joseph Okerblad.