Salute to Chuck Fetter

On Dec. 6, longtime volunteer Chuck Fetter received a mayoral proclamation from Mayor Jack Dilles recognizing his contributions to the community.

The proclamation is for Chuck Fetter’s many years of volunteering service in Scotts Valley organizations, including Scouts, Lions Club, Scotts Valley Historical Society and others.

Here is the text of the proclamation:

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Whereas Chuck Fetter has served his community well as an accomplished leader in Scotts Valley and throughout the Monterey Bay area over many years; and

Whereas, Chuck has inspired many people, especially young people, to also become leaders, contribute to the community and help those around them; and

Whereas, Chuck was honored as the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce “Man of the Year” _in 1997 and as the San Lorenzo Valley Chamber of Commerce “Man of the Year” _in 2000; and he has received many awards from the Boy Scouts of America, including the prestigious Silver Beaver Award; and

Whereas, After steadfastly working to preserve the rich history of Scotts Valley and to enlighten many residents about historical events, Chuck recently completed his 28-year term as President of the Scotts Valley Historical Society; and

Whereas, Chuck served as President of the Monterey Bay Council of Boy Scouts of America for 3 years, overseeing 6,500 Scouts and 2,500 volunteers in three counties; and

Whereas, Latino youth and their parents have been encouraged by Chuck to become active in Scouting; and

Whereas, Chuck served as a Past President and long-time member of the Scotts Valley Host Lions Club, participating in many community events; and

Whereas, Boy Scout Troop 604 in Scotts Valley benefitted from his 20 years of leadership – incredibly, 35 Scouts in Troop 604 earned the highest honor of Eagle Scout; and

Whereas, Chuck has enthusiastically worked as a driving force to improve our community through many organizations, including the Scotts Valley Nostalgia Nights, Cabrillo College Foundation Board, Santa Cruz Elks Club, Santa Cruz Moose Lodge, and Museum of Art and History Board.

Now, therefore, I, Jack Dilles, as Mayor of the City of Scotts Valley, on behalf of the entire City Council, do hereby salute and thank Chuck Fetter for his outstanding efforts to lead and positively impact so many in our community, especially young people.

TOP PHOTO: Scotts Valley City Council with Chuck Fetter (from left): Council Member Allan Timms, Council Member Donna Lind, Fetter, Mayor Jack Dilles, Council Member Derek Timm, and Council Member Randy Johnson.