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House Resolution 1805

By: Representative Waites of the 60th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Ms. Shelitha Robertson; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Ms. Shelitha Robertson has long been recognized by the citizens of the United States and Georgia for the vital role that she has played in leadership and her deep personal commitment to the welfare of others; and

WHEREAS, she has served ten years as an Atlanta police officer; and

WHEREAS, she completed law school and continued to serve the citizens of Atlanta as an assistant public defender, protecting the rights of indigent individuals charged with city ordinances, misdemeanors, and felony offenses; and

WHEREAS, she became an assistant city attorney for the City of Atlanta, responsible for drafting laws and resolutions, advising city officials in matters that directly affect citizens and city government, as well as litigating civil and administrative matters in Georgia's state and appellate courts; and

WHEREAS, her vast legal experience qualifies her to become the next Fulton County Superior Court judge; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Robertson has enforced, defended, drafted, and interpreted the law, diligently and conscientiously devoting 30 years of her time, talents, and energy to public safety and the legal field; and

WHEREAS, a woman of deep and abiding faith, Ms. Robertson is an active member of Greater Piney Grove Baptist Church where she serves in the Trustee Ministry; and

WHEREAS, a loving and proud mother, Ms. Robertson has been blessed with two remarkable daughters, Latessa Renee and Sabrina Renee; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body commend Ms. Shelitha Robertson for her efficient, effective, dedicated, and selfless service to Atlanta and the State of Georgia.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Ms. Shelitha Robertson.