09 LC 94 0225

Senate Resolution 101

By: Senator Grant of the 25th

A RESOLUTION

Commending the Class of Youth Leadership Baldwin 2009; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Youth Leadership Baldwin, a program of the Milledgeville-Baldwin County Chamber of Commerce and the Leadership Baldwin Alumni, provides an invaluable learning experience for the future leaders of Baldwin County; and

WHEREAS, this laudable program began in 1999 as a way to cultivate the talents and knowledge of civic-minded youth who aspire to participate in shaping the future of their community; and

WHEREAS, participants of Youth Leadership Baldwin 2009 include Christin Coburn, Amelia Haslam, Laura Magruder, Mary Kathryn Mason, Jasmine Wise, Abby Adams, Kenzie Allen, Christina Azahar, Robert Basilio, Kerry McGill, Kristen McNair, Chelsey Scoggins, Kyle Walker, Elena Faria, Clara Gilbert, Heather Irvin, Briana Lee, Branon Lyle, Chay Aycock, and Kelly Self; and

WHEREAS, those selected for Youth Leadership Baldwin are given an opportunity to gain a greater understanding of how their county and state operates through a range of activities highlighting a variety of components of local and state government and institutions; and

WHEREAS, the futures of all Georgia communities depend on individuals such as the Youth Leadership Baldwin participants who are willing to dedicate their time and talent to civic affairs.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body commend the Class of Youth Leadership Baldwin 2009 for their commitment to the future of their community and congratulate them for being selected for this outstanding program.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Mrs. Angie Gheesling, the Youth Leadership Baldwin Coordinator.