CITY OF CORONADO
CALIFORNIA
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
FROUTAMATION
WHEREAS, Girl Scouts of the USA was founded on March 12, 1912 in Savannah, Georgia by Juliette Gordon Low to provide mentorship and education to young girls; and WHEREAS, throughout its long and distinguished history, Girl Scouts - the pre-eminent organization for girls - has inspired millions of girls to achieve the highest ideals of character, conduct and patriotism; and
WHEREAS, Girl Scouting encourages individuals, businesses, and communities to teach girls the skills needed to take active roles in math, science and technology careers and to fully participate in work that meets our country's economic needs; and WHEREAS, the Coronado Service Unit currently includes girl and adult members who are committed to becoming women of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place; and
WHEREAS, the 2024 Girl Scout Cookie Program is a beloved tradition that helps girls develop life and leadership skills like goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics; and earn funds for activities and community service projects; and
WHEREAS, March 12, 2024, marks the 107th anniversary of the founding of Girl Scouts in the US.
NOW, THEREFORE, on behalf of the City Council of the City of Coronado, I commend the Coronado Girl Scouts and Girl Scouts San Diego for delivering life-changing, girl-led programs that encompass life skills, STEM, the outdoors, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement. It is with great pleasure that I do hereby proclaim March 10-16, 2024, as:
"GIRL SCOUT WEEK"
in the City of Coronado.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I HAVE HEREUNTO SET MY HAND and caused the Seal of the City of Coronado, California, to be affixed thereto this Fifth Day of March 2024.