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Xiteciution
NO. 84-18
A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE NOMINATION OF
MICHAEL D. REYNOLDS
FOR THE
N.A.S.A. CITIZEN-ASTRONAUT PROGRAM
WHEREAS, Michael D. Reynolds has been a dedicated educator at Duncan
U. Fletcher Senior High School, having been selected Teacher of the Year for
two years; nominated for Outstanding Chemistry Teacher of the Year for the
State of Florida, and served as National Vice-President of the Astronomical
League for two terms; and
WHEREAS, Michael D. Reynolds has provided continuous support to the
promotion of earth and space science programs in Duval County, the State of
Florida, and the Nation; and
WHEREAS, Michael D. Reynolds has co-authored publications regarding-
astronomy, physics, and other programs regarding the space sciences; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Reynolds has given unselfishly of his time to provide
programs on astronomy and the space sciences to local civic groups, youth
groups, and other educational and scientific organizations; and
WHEREAS, Michael D. Reynolds is designing an experiment for on-board
shuttle experimentation for the Teacher-Astronaut launch scheduled for the
spring of 1986. The experiment deals with the very famous Halley's Comet.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA.
SECTION 1. In recognition of his outstanding dedication as a teacher
and advisor in the earth and space sciences, and his continued interest and
promotion in the United States Space Program, the City Commission hereby
endorses the nomination of Michael D. Reynolds as a Teacher-Astronaut to the
N.A.S.A. Citizen-Astronaut Program, and expresses its sincere gratitude and
appreciation for his excellence in teaching the students at Fletcher Senior
High School.
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Passed by the City Commission on November 26, 1984.
ATTEST: y / g
William Howel : a or Presidin facer
Adelaide R. Tucker, City Clerk CMC ` );Wn !. `11.0 , '
• Approved as to Form and
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Claude L. Mullis, Ci Attorney
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