PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, Ryan W. Engstrom resides at 50 Herman Drive in the Borough of Spotswood and he is a member of Boy Scout Troop 84; and
WHEREAS, Ryan has dedicated himself to the goal of obtaining the prestigious Boy Scouts of America award known as the Eagle Scout Award; and
WHEREAS, this award is the highest honor that can be bestowed on an individual by the Boy Scouts of America; and
WHEREAS, Ryan W. Engstrom is to be commended for his project at the Spotswood High School Football Stadium. The project consisted of scraping and painting the press/announcers box, installation of a handrail, installation of wind directional flags on the goal posts, repairing the cement block and the metal Bilco doors were scraped and painted. He also installed planters along the walkway and underneath the "Mr. P" sign. A total of 217.75 hours were spent to complete this project, and it has significantly improved the appearance of the Football field.
WHEREAS, Ryan Engstrom has earned the respect and admiration of the Boy Scouts throughout New Jersey for his sense of commitment, perseverance and willingness to strive for excellence; and
WHEREAS, Ryan Engstrom will be honored and receive his award at an Eagle Court of Honor recognition dinner on February 22, 2009.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Thomas W. Barlow, Mayor of the Borough of Spotswood, on behalf of the entire Governing Body, do commend Ryan W. Engstrom on the significant occasion of achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. We wish him much luck and success in all his future endeavors. Further I proclaim February 24, 2009 Ryan W. Engstrom Day in the Borough of Spotswood in recognition of this noteworthy achievement.
DATED: February 23, 2009
Thomas W. Barlow, Mayor
ATTEST:
Patricia DeStefano, RMC
Municipal Clerk