WHEREAS, families are the foundation of our government and society; and

        WHEREAS, we know that supporting, educating and developing positive relationships with families and children help build strong families; and

        WHEREAS, Idaho’s “Brightest Stars” are ordinary people doing extraordinary things to ensure the success of these families without regard for recognition or compensation; and

        WHEREAS, Idaho’s “Brightest Stars” remind us all that the investments we make in the lives of youth and children will reap a lifetime of rewards for our families, communities and the State; and

        WHEREAS, Idaho’s “Brightest Stars” promote the concept that healthy children are integral to healthy communities and a healthy State; and

        WHEREAS, the message of volunteerism and service to others that these corporations, small businesses, community organizations and individuals should be exemplified and replicated in every corner of our state; and

        WHEREAS, the leadership and character of the Governor’s Brightest Stars are recognized and applauded by all Idaho citizens; and

        WHEREAS, the selfless actions, resources and expertise of Idaho’s “Brightest Stars” truly make a positive difference in the lives of families and children;

        NOW, THEREFORE, I, JAMES E. RISCH, Governor of the State of Idaho, do hereby proclaim December 7, 2006, to be

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in Idaho and encourage the citizens of this State affirm and support the on-going commitment of these “Brightest Stars” to continue to serve in their communities.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused to be affixed the Great Seal of the State of Idaho at the Capitol in Boise on this 7th day of December in the year of our Lord two-thousand and six and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred thirty-first and of the Statehood of Idaho the one hundred seventeenth.

BEN YSURSA
SECRETARY OF STATE