SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 991

WHEREAS, Following the principles of the Scout oath and promise, Daijon Mitchell of Troop 986 advanced through the ranks of Tenderfoot, Second, First, Star, and Life classes before recently attaining the rank of Eagle Scout; and

WHEREAS, In receiving the coveted Eagle Badge, this fine young man has become one of the select few to achieve this distinguished honor; and

WHEREAS, By conducting a service project that allowed him to exercise his leadership abilities, Daijon has completed the requirements for becoming an Eagle Scout and has at the same time benefited his community; for his service project, Daijon built two vegetable planters for Brentwood Nursing Home in Dallas; and

WHEREAS, This personable young man has brought great honor to himself, his family, and his troop in joining the elite corps of Eagle Scouts; and

WHEREAS, Daijon is truly a shining example to his troop and to the young people of Texas; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Daijon Mitchell on earning the rank of Eagle Scout and congratulate him on his outstanding achievement; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for Eagle Scout Mitchell as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

West

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 18, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate