SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 904
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Farmers Branch in congratulating Rubén Michael Rendón of Boy Scout Troop 713, who recently attained the rank of Eagle Scout, a rank achieved by only two out of every 100 boys in the program; and WHEREAS, This fine young man displayed outstanding leadership through the planning and execution of a service project which has benefited his community; Rubén Michael worked on restoring the playground at the Webb Chapel United Methodist Church in Farmers Branch; and WHEREAS, He refurbished a wooden play fort, built stairs to the fort, cleaned the playground, and repainted the metal playground equipment; he also built a wooden bench and set it in concrete, installed a flag pole, and donated an American flag to the church; and WHEREAS, Rubén Michael advanced through the ranks of Tenderfoot, Second, First, Star, and Life classes before reaching the rank of Eagle Scout by following the principles of the Scout oath and promise; and WHEREAS, By becoming an Eagle Scout, this personable young man has brought great distinction to himself, his family, his troop, his community, and his state; and WHEREAS, Rubén Michael is an exceptional representative of the State of Texas and a sterling example to all who have the good fortune to know him; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 78th Legislature, hereby commend Rubén Michael Rendón for earning the rank of Eagle Scout and congratulate him on his great achievement; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for Eagle Scout Rendón as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. West ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 19, 2003. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate