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2014 SESSION

14100079D
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 19
Offered January 8, 2014
Prefiled January 6, 2014
Commending Rhys Franklin.
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Patron-- Morris
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WHEREAS, Rhys Franklin, a member of Boy Scout Troop 36 in Carrollton, is commended for becoming an Eagle Scout; and

WHEREAS, the Eagle Scout rank, the highest attainable rank in the Boy Scouts of America, requires scouts to earn at least 21 merit badges, display exceptional leadership, and perform extensive service to the community; and

WHEREAS, Rhys Franklin worked diligently under the guidance of Troop 36 Scoutmaster Walter Schmincke to earn his merit badges and serve in various leadership capacities; and

WHEREAS, for his Eagle Scout service project, Rhys Franklin decided to rebuild two of the dugouts at the Smithfield Recreation Association ball fields at Beale Park; and

WHEREAS, Rhys Franklin worked diligently to enhance the popular fields that bring together members of the community for fun and fellowship; and

WHEREAS, a hardworking young man, Rhys Franklin demonstrated great initiative, dedication, and responsibility in completing his Eagle Scout project; and

WHEREAS, Rhys Franklin, the son of Rhett and Bonnie Franklin, received the prestigious Eagle Scout Award at a special ceremony on May 10, 2013, at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That Rhys Franklin hereby be commended on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Rhys Franklin as an expression of the House of Delegates’ congratulations and admiration for his service to the community.