PROCLAMATION

WHEREAS, Monday, March 12, 2007, marks the 95th anniversary of Girl Scouts of the USA, founded by Juliette Gordon Low in 1912 in Savannah, Georgia; and

WHEREAS, throughout its distinguished history, Girl Scouting has helped build millions of girls and women of courage, confidence and character; and

WHEREAS, through the dedication, time, and talent of volunteers of different backgrounds, abilities, and areas of expertise, the Girl Scout organization thrives for girls in so many settings; and

WHEREAS, through Girl Scouting’s unique leadership development program, girls define leadership by making the world a better place by discovering, connecting, and taking action in their communities; and

WHEREAS, Girl Scouting takes an active role in increasing girls’ awareness of the opportunities available to them today in math, science, sports, technology, health and fields that can expand their horizons; and

WHEREAS, more than 3.7 million Girl Scout members nationwide will be celebrating 95 years of this American tradition, with nearly 50 million women who grew up participating in Girl Scouting and exemplify the impact of this amazing Movement;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, James R. Miron, Mayor, do hereby proclaim the week of March 11 – 17, 2007 as Girl Scouts Make the World a Better Place Week in the Town of Stratford and urge all residents to applaud the commitment Girl Scouts has made to America’s girls.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the Seal of the Town of Stratford this 12^th day of March A.D. 2007.

James R. Miron, Mayor