HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - 1977.03.03 - 13250Miscellaneous Resolution 7868 March 3, 1977
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IN RE: COMMENDATION RESOLUTION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Mr. Chairman, Ladies and Congressman James J. Blanchard
Gent 1 emen:
WHEREAS, each year the Jaycees pay tribute to Michigan's young generation oF l e aders by
honoring five of the most worthy men between the ages of 113 and 35; and
WHEREAS, these persons are selected on the basis of exceptional achievement or contribution
to their chosen field, their communities and their fellow humanity; and
WHEREAS, during these times when there is a general lack of trust in persons seeking a career
in politics or governmental service; and
WHEREAS, lifelong Oakland County resident, James J. Blanchard was selected by the
Michigan Jaycees as one of its five "OUTSTANDING YOUNG MEN OF MICHIGAN" at a state-
wide event in Wyoming, Michigan, held on February 5, 1977; and
WHEREAS, James J. Blanchard distinguished himself in his academic endeavors by first
graduating from Ferndale High School after serving actively as Student Council President and
varsity 1etterrnan. He then earned a Bachelor in Arts Degree from Michigan State University
while receiving an award as outstanding member of the lunior class, President of his Senior Class
and later receiving his M.B.A. He served as President of the MSU, Alumni Association, After
receiving his Juris Doctorate from the University of Minnesota, he served as legal advisor to the
Michigan Secretary of State and later as Assistant Attorney General of Michigan; and
WHEREAS, in 1974, at the age of 32, James J. Blanchard was elected to the United States
House of Representatives by walking over 500 miles and upsetting on incumbent with over 58% of
the popular vote; and
WHEREAS, James J. Blanchard as Congressman continues to walk in neighborhoods throughout
his district to get vital feedback from the people that he represents.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners salutes
the choice of Congressman Blanchard as one of the five "OUTSTANDING YOUNG MEN OF
MICHIGAN" as an example of exc e ptional leadership and dedication to the career choice of
public service .
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners commends James
„L Blanchard for his fine record as Congressman and also commends the Michigan Jaycees for their
continued Invelvemo. bpnort, j young men with dedication and leadership.
#7868 March 3, 1977
Moved by Doyon supported by Roth the rules be suspended for immediate
consideration of the resolution.
AYES: Kelly, Lanni, McConnell, McDonald, Moffitt, Montante, Moxley, Murphy,
Olson, Page, Patterson, Pernick, Peterson, Price, Roth, Simson, Wilcox, Aaron, Daly,
DiGiovanni, Doyon, Fortino, Gabler, Gorsline, Hoot, Kasper. (26)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the motion carried.
Moved by Doyon supported by Roth the resolution be adopted.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
STATE OF MICHIGAN)
COUNTY OF OAKLAND)
I, Lynn D. Allen, Clerk of the County of Oakland and
having a seal, do hereby certify that I have compared the annexed copy of
Miscellaneous Resolution #7868 adopted by the Oakland County Board of .......... ..................... ............ ..... dV.4.
Commissioners at their meeting held on March 3, 1977 • • ..... • ..• .• ..•0•Ore •• • 4•.revea. wever..ersearrow....• ......
with the original record thereof now remaining in my
office, and that it is a true and correct transcript
therefrom, and of the whole thereof ..
In Testimony Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and
affixed the seal of said County at Pontiac, Michigan
3rd March 77 this day of
Lynn D. Allen. .....
By.... ....... ........ --Deputy Clerk