HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-1994-164WHEREAS, Danny McManus was born in the City of Dania where he attended local schools
before graduating from South Broward High School in 1983; and
WHEREAS, Danny McManus was starting quarterback for the South Broward "Bulldogs" and
upon graduation, received an athletic scholarship to attend Florida State University; and
WHEREAS, his determination and athletic ability, first recognized in his high school years,
earned him continued success at the college level where he became starting quarterback for the
Florida State Seminoles, leading his team to an 11-'l record in his senior year and being named
"Best Player of the Year" in 1986 and '1987; and
WHEREAS, it is the dream of every young person who loves their chosen sport to play at the
professional level, however, this dream is rarely realized and so very often must be put aside; and
WHEREAS, the talent and determination of Danny McManus have brought him ongoing
success. First drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League, in 1990 he
continued his professional football career with the Canadian Football League playing at
winnepeg prior io joining the B.c. Lions in 1993. This past season, he led his team to victory in
the Grey Cup game, the Canadian equivalent of our Superbowl; and
WHEREAS, the city commissioners of the city of Dania wish to recognize the
accomplishments of this young man whose professional football career has been an inspiration
to all, especially the children of our city, and proof for each and every "dreame/' that it is
possible to make dreams come true if you believe in yoursel, and work hard enough toward your
goal. Even if you are unable to realize your dream, if you continually give your very best, you
will always walk away a winner.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA,
FLORIDA:
Section 1. That the City Commissioners of the City of Dania, individually and on behalf of
all its citizens, wish to recognize Danny McManus and the hard work and dedication that have
allowed him to fulfill his dream of becoming a professional football player and want to let him
know that he has been an inspiration to the citizens of our City, especially the children, many of
whom have the same dreams young Danny must have had and, because of him, now know that it
is possible for those dreams to come true.
Section 2. That this resolution shall be in force and take effect immediately upon its
passage and adoption.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 13 day of 1994.
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RESOLUTION NO.164-94
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DANIA, FLORIDA, IN RECOGNITION OF THE
ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF DANNY MCMANUS AND HIS PROFESSIONAL
FOOTBALL CAREER; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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