09 LC 94
0212
House
Resolution 200
By:
Representatives Graves of the
12th
and Ralston of the
7th
A
RESOLUTION
Recognizing
and commending Sheriff Billy Wofford on the occasion of his retirement; and for
other purposes.
WHEREAS,
on January 1, 2009, Sheriff Billy Wofford retired from his 28 year post as
Sheriff of Pickens County, Georgia; and
WHEREAS,
Sheriff Wofford is highly regarded by the citizens of his community and state
and by local government officials as a person of unquestioned integrity and
dedication to the sound principles of law enforcement; and
WHEREAS,
taking his office at the age of 32, Sheriff Wofford was the youngest sheriff
elected in Pickens County history, but he worked tirelessly to prove his age was
not a factor and that his expert law enforcement experience qualified him as the
finest person to protect and serve Pickens County; and
WHEREAS,
Sheriff Wofford's dedication, determination, and work ethic were impressive, and
after his first term in office he had earned the trust and confidence of Pickens
County and was reelected for an incredible six consecutive terms;
and
WHEREAS,
Sheriff Wofford has maintained the reputation of a kind man, having been known
to rehire employees in his office after they have run against him for the seat
of sheriff; and
WHEREAS,
during Sheriff Wofford's tenure he has presided over three jails in Pickens
County, providing safety and order to the current jail, the jail located on Camp
Road, and the jail located on Main Street; and
WHEREAS,
upon his retirement, Sheriff Wofford had dedicated his life to law enforcement,
serving an incredible 37 years;
and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting
and proper that the members of this body show their gratitude for the unique and
courageous contributions of local law enforcement officers on behalf of the
citizens of this state.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of
this body commend the care, fortitude, and selfless dedication exhibited by
Sheriff Billy Wofford in carrying out the difficult duties of his vocation for
nearly four decades and extend to him their utmost appreciation for having so
purely and truly defined for others the meaning of public servant.
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 Sheriff Billy
Wofford.