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     STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

IN GENERAL ASSEMBLY

JANUARY SESSION, A.D. 2014

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S E N A T E   R E S O L U T I O N

RECOGNIZING AND COMMENDING PIERRE-LOUIS ARCAND ON ACHIEVING

SCOUTING'S MOST DISTINGUISHED HONOR, THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT

     Introduced By: Senators Pearson, and Picard

     Date Introduced: January 22, 2014

     Referred To: Placed on the Senate Consent Calendar

     WHEREAS, Not every boy, nor even every Scout, qualifies for the high rank of Eagle.

Strenuous physical hurdles, high mental requirements, strong personal character, indomitable

spirit and a commitment to community service are a rare combination of qualities and

achievements to find in one person. Pierre-Louis Arcand is just such an extraordinary young man

and his accomplishments are truly worthy and deserving of our recognition and praise; and

     WHEREAS, In spite of peer pressure and other influences, there are those teenagers who

rise to the challenge. Pierre-Louis is just such a first-rate young man. As a member of Troop 1

Diamond Hill Cumberland, he has demonstrated wide-ranging abilities, effective skills and the

kind of self confidence that makes him a worthy leader; and

     WHEREAS, Learning important lifelong skills and values, Pierre-Louis has earned

numerous merit badges and as the highlight of his scouting years, he completed the final step

toward obtaining the rank of Eagle Scout by planning and carrying out an extensive Eagle service

project; and

     WHEREAS, Attaining the rank of Eagle Scout requires considerable perseverance and is

considered to be the pinnacle of achievement with the Boys Scouts of America. It is an

exceptional distinction achieved by only about four percent of all the young men who enter

scouting; and

     WHEREAS, It is essential and fitting to recognize the triumphs of our youth, and to

celebrate the accomplishments of our future leaders. Pierre-Louis Arcand is a remarkable young

man who exemplifies everything an Eagle Scout should be, and all that we hope our children will

grow to be; now, therefore be it

     RESOLVED, That this Senate of the State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations

hereby honors Pierre-Louis Arcand for his untiring service to the community and for setting a

high standard of commitment and dedication by which youth of this great state may follow. We

congratulate him for all he has done to attain the rank of Eagle Scout, and extend our very best

wishes for good health and happiness in the months and years ahead; and be it further

     RESOLVED, That the Secretary of State be and hereby is authorized and directed to

transmit a duly certified copy of this resolution to Mr. Pierre-Louis Arcand.

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