Proclamation 2021-13 - James Lincoln Oberg Day - 3/7/2021
P roclamation N0. 2021-13
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 Lincoln Oberg has dedicated many years to the pursuit of achieving
the honor of Eagle Scout; and
WHEREAS Since 2011, he began scouting as a Tiger Cub in Pack 523 of Brazoria, TX.
James transferred to Pack 98 of Huntsville, TX as a Wolf in 2012 and joined
Troop 114 of Huntsville, TX in April 2016.; and
WHEREAS As a member of Troop 114, James has earned 33 merit badges; served as
Patrol Leader, Assistant Patrol Leader, Librarian and Assistant Senior Patrol
Leader, and earned the Arrow of Light; and
WHEREAS for his Eagle Scout project, James raised money from churches and
individuals to fund eight picnic tables, which he and his fellow scouts built for
Lakeview United Methodist Church Camp in Palestine, TX; and
WHEREAS the City of Huntsville is proud of James Lincoln Oberg, 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
March 7, 2021
be designated as: James Lincoln Oberg Day
in Huntsville, Texas, and urge all citizens to join in the celebration of this achievement and
acknowledge the special contributions of both young men to our community.
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PROCLAIMED AND SIGNED this7 day of March 2021.
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Andy Brauninger, Mayor