Backup Documents 11/14/2017 Item #16H1 16H1
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, Joseph Aron Krueger Manuel has been involved in the Boy Scouts of America
organization for 8 of his .17 years; and,
WHEREAS, Mr. Manuel worked diligently to attain the rank of Eagle Scout, which is
achieved by only four of every 100 boys who enter Scouting, and was awarded
his Eagle Scout rank May 30, 2017, and formally recognized during his BSA
Troop 25 Court of Honor August 30, 2017 at the VFW Post 7721 in Collier
County; and,
WHEREAS, to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout, Mr. Manuel had to earn at least 21 merit
badges, demonstrate Scout Spirit - an ideal attitude based upon the Scout
Oath and Law, service and leadership - and complete an extensive service
project; and,
WHEREAS, for his Eagle Service Project, Mr. Manuel developed the plan and supervised
the construction of 10 heavy duty wooden benches for Pepper Ranch Preserve
of Collier County, which will offer a place to rest and relax for those enjoying
recreational activities in the natural environment; and,
WHEREAS, in addition to receiving the Eagle Scout honor, Mr. Manuel was elected by his
peers into the Scouting honor society, the Order of the Arrow, which
recognizes those Scouts who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their
daily lives; and,
WHEREAS, this recognition provides encouragement for others to live these ideals as well,
as Arrowmen are known for maintaining camping traditions and spirit,
promoting year-round and long-term resident camping, and providing cheerful
service to others; and,
WHEREAS, the Collier County Board of County Commissioners values Mr. Manuel's
contributions to our community.
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier County,
Florida, that Mr. Joseph Manuel is hereby recognized and congratulated for all
that he has done to make our community a better place.
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 14th Day of November 2017.
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