Proc. 2018-40 - James Bounds Eagle Scout Day - 8-18-18
PROCLAMATION
No. 2018-40
WHEREAS the conferring of the designation of Eagle Scout is one of the highest awards that can be bestowed upon a Boy Scout, as it requires years of dedication and commitment to achieve,
since Eagle Scouts act as leaders and role models in the community; and
WHEREAS James Bounds began scouting in 2006, achieving the ranks of Tiger, Bear, Webelo I and Webelo II by 201o, and bridging over to Boy Scout in 2011; and
WHEREAS James is a member of Troop 114, and has earned 28 merit badges; has served as Senior Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Patrol Leader, and was inducted into the Order
of the Arrow; and received the Josey Scout of the Year award in 2017; and
WHEREAS for his Eagle Scout project, James constructed a handicap accessibility ramp for the SAAFE House; and
WHEREAS the City of Huntsville is proud of James Bounds, as he exemplifies the values that make a community strong.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY PROCLAIMED, by the power vested in
me as the Mayor of the City of Huntsville, that
August 18, 2018
be designated as: James Bounds Day
in Huntsville, Texas, and urge all citizens to join in the celebration of this achievement
and acknowledge his special contributions to our community.
PROCLAIMED AND SIGNED this 18th day of August, 2018.
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Andy Brauninger, Mayor