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PHOTO: John Fortier of Belgrade, past recipient of the award, presents the 2020 Central Maine Scouting Citizen Award to Irene and Don Plourde, owners of Coldwell Banker Plourde Realty in Watervile. (Submitted photo)
AUGUSTA — The annual Central Maine Scouting Citizen Award is awarded to an individual or individuals who exemplify the ideals of scouting — leadership in the community, citizenship, demonstrating values of the Scout law, volunteerism and are supportive of the scouting program. This event is combined with the Pine Tree Council’s Friends of Scouting events designed to engage those in the business and civic communities to hear the message of Scouting and the services provided by the local Scouts and annual appeal.
This year’s recipients, Don and Irene Plourde, were nominated by John Fortier for the 2019 Citizen Scouting Award recipient.
“It was my privilege to nominate and honor Don and Irene Plourde for their ongoing support of the ideals of scouting and the Pine Tree Council. I am convinced there is no better time and no better nonprofit organization to support than that of Scouting. It is through their efforts and guidance that our youthful citizens will learn the practical skills leadership qualities needed to be the most capable leaders into the future,” stated Fortier.
Fortier went on to say he hoped “all of the friends of scouting ideals, the friends of Don and Irene, along with my friends, will be generous in their support of this fundraising appeal to support the scouts. Despite the pandemic and not being able to celebrate (this honor for) Don and Irene at our annual dinner, I ask that when you see them in your daily travels you acknowledge and congratulate them for their support of scouting values.”
The event and annual appeal were unable to be held due to the pandemic, but the scouts were still able to recognize Don and Irene for their contributions to the community and raise some funds for the scouting program. For any businesses or individuals considering a financial contribution to scouting, those may be sent to Pine Tree Council c/o, Central Maine Event, 146 Plains Road, Raymond, ME 04071.
