SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 679

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Adam Taylor of Troop 924, Sam Houston Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America, who has attained the rank of Eagle Scout, a rank achieved by only four out of every 100 boys in the program; and

WHEREAS, Adam 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; he displayed outstanding leadership through the planning and execution of a service project that has benefited his community; and

WHEREAS, For his Eagle Scout project, Adam organized 31 volunteers into work crews and acquired materials, tools, and plants to construct a permanent shade arbor and picnic tables for the enjoyment of the parishioners and the community of Saint Mark's United Methodist Church in Houston; and

WHEREAS, By becoming an Eagle Scout, Adam has earned the admiration and respect of his family, his troop, and his community; he is an exceptional representative of the young people of the State of Texas; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby commend Adam Taylor 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 Taylor as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Whitmire

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 22, 2009.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate