2010/02/08 RESOLUTION BOY SCOUT OF AMERICA CELEBRATES THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF ITS FORMATIONRESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the Boy Scout of America celebrates the 100'" Anniversary of its
formation on February 8, 2010;
WHEREAS, throughout its history, the Boy Scouts of America has provided
training to youth in leadership development, service to others, and civic
responsibility;
WHEREAS, numerous youth in our county have participated in the Scouting
program through the years, becoming accomplished leaders both past and
present; and
WHEREAS, Boy Scouts have performed a variety of valuable service projects
throughout our county and its communities;
WHEREAS, a National study has shown that youth who participate in Boy
Scouts five or more years have:
✓ improved performance in reading, science, math and physical fitness;
✓ higher percentage of attendance to colleges and universities;
• obtained higher paying jobs;
• better ethical decision making; and
✓ higher attendance at religious services with their family;
WHEREAS, the National study has also shown that adults who were in Boy
Scouts as a youth have:
✓ Stated that Scouting had a positive influence on their lives as a
youth and adult;
✓ Learned positive character traits such as a being a good team player,
always being honest, taking better care of the environment,
respecting life and property of others; having pride in their
country, respecting the elderly and having confidence in their
abilities.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that February 8, 2010 is hereby declared
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Cumberland
Durham
Franklin
Granville
Harnett
Lee
Moore
Orange
Vance
Wake
Warren
Adam Witt
110 Oakridge Drive
Spring Lake, NC 28390
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We are excited to have you and your parents join us for the Report to the Governor /State
ceremonies on February 7-8 here at the State Capital in Raleigh. We promise you a very
exciting experience and know you are honored to have been chosen by your council to represent
Your county in this historic event.
In preparation of this celebration, there are a few items I need you and your parents to
accomplish. We will be providing one complimentary hotel room per participating Scout. You
may receive your complimentary room by contacting Sandra Hughes Benton, Director of
Marketing, Summit Hospitality Group, Ltd. at (919) 455 -2757. Any other rooms that are requirec
will be given the discounted rate that is on the attached flyer and can be made by contacting the
hotels directly. You need to plan to arrive in Raleigh by 5:00 pm on Sunday afternoon, February 7,
and you will checkout of your hotel on Monday morning before we meet downtown.
We are very excited that all 100 counties will be represented, and we are asking you to request
your county's flag (and stand) to be used in our presentation. Scout's from the Order of the
Arrow will be coordinating the flag ceremony and will ensure that you pick -up your county flag on
Monday when the ceremonies and tours are complete.
We have confirmed that the Honorable Governor, Beverly Purdue and her husband, Bob Eaves,
will be in attendance at our celebration. You and the Scouts from your council are going to have a
photo opportunity with the Governor, so we want you to been in full and proper field uniform for
this occasion. Please make sure your uniform is correct before you come to Raleigh.
The Anniversary Celebration is scheduled to begin Sunday evening with a special Scout Vespers
Service. We have enclosed a map and address of Greystone Baptist Church which is located just a
few miles from the hotels. Please plan to arrive at the church by 7:00 pm and wear your uniform.
We do plan to have refreshments available before and after the service.
Immediately following the service, we will share our complete plans for the activities that will take
place on Monday, including a map and directions to several parking areas near the Capital. Tours
of the State Capitol, State Legislative Chambers and State Supreme Court will be a part of the
Monday celebration.
Occoneechee Council, Inc. 421 • 3231 Atlantic Avenue • P.O. Box 41229
Raleigh, N.C., 27629 - 1229.919.872.4884.800.662.7702 • fax 919.872.1159 • www.ocscouts.org
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Aproud partner of the United Way in Chatham Cumberland.
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Attached is a schedule for you and your parents to review. Again, we are excited to have you
Participate in this historic event and celebrate the 100'h Anniversary of the Boy Scouts of
America in this special report to our State. If you or your parents have additional questions
please contact your Council's Scout Office or call Dona Johnston at the Occoneechee Council at
919- 872 -4884.
Sincerely,
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Justice Paul Newby
Chair, Report to the Governor Committee
Report to the Governor Schedule:
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John Akerman
Scout Executive
Sunday, February 7, 2010
4:00 -6:00 p.m.
Scouts /families arrive in Raleigh, check into hotel.
7:00 p.m.
Scouts /families arrive at Greystone Baptist Church
7:30 p.m.
Scout Vespers Service
Monday, February 8, 2010
8:00 a.m.
Scouts assemble on Fayetteville Street
First Presbyterian Church
8:30 a.m.
120 W. Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC
9:00 a.m.
March to Capital /North Carolina Museum of History
Report to Governor Purdue
10:00 a.m. -12:15 p.m.
Tour State Legislature, Capitol and Supreme Court
12:15 p.m.
Group photo at Capitol - Adjourn