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BOY SCOUT GOVERNMENT DAY TO BE RECOGNIZED FEBRUARY 9TH

Twenty-one Boy Scouts will shadow city employees and learn about local government

Boy Scout Government Day

In recognition of the Boy Scouts of America’s 100th anniversary, Mayor Joe S. Frank proclaimed February 1st Boy Scout Government Day in the City of Newport News, but due to the snow storm it was rescheduled for February 9th. The Colonial Virginia Council of Boy Scouts and the City of Newport News have partnered to provide an educational program that will give an opportunity for boy scouts to tour city facilities, interact with city officials and gain firsthand knowledge about local government.  It also provides city staff with the opportunity to foster interest in public service careers, as well as promote active citizenship among the city’s youth. 

Boy Scout Government Day will be held on Tuesday, February 9, and begins at 8:00 a.m. in the City Council Chambers located at 2400 Washington Avenue and concludes at 3:00 p.m.  Following a discussion on city operations and services, the Scouts will shadow fire and police department personnel. Lunch for the participating scouts will be provided by the Warwick Ruritan Club, a local community service organization located in Newport News.

About the Boy Scouts of America

February 8, 2010, marks the 100 year anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America organization.  Since 1910, the Boy Scouts of America has served as one of the Nation’s largest and most prominent values-based youth development organizations.  The Boy Scouts of America provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participatory citizenship, and develops personal fitness.  Learn more at www.scouting.org.

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