The city of Covington issued a proclamation declaring 2012 as The Year of the Girl in honor of the 100th anniversary of Girl Scouts on March 28.

The Girl Scouts were founded on March 12, 1912.

The proclamation recognizes the positive impact Girl Scout programs have on girls in the community, as well as the contributions Girl Scouts have made.

Fiona Higgins of Troop 42855, worked with the city in preparing the proclamation, and received the proclamation on behalf of Covington Girl Scouts.

Troop 42855 performed the flag ceremony to open the meeting.

Mayor Margaret Harto acknowledged Junior Troop 41415 for receiving the Girl Scout Bronze Award, and Jasmine Reinhardt, a Cadette Girl Scout, for receiving the Girl Scout Silver Award.

These awards, along with the Girl Scout Gold Award, recognize significant service contributions to the community.

The Gold Award is the highest award in Girl Scouting, equivalent to an Eagle Scout in Boy Scouting.