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Senate Resolution 681

By: Senators Buckner of the 44th and Seay of the 34th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Dennis C. Martino, 2008 Clayton State University Overall Distinguished Alumnus; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Dennis Martino has long been recognized by the citizens of the State of Georgia for the vital role that he has played in leadership and his deep personal commitment to Clayton State University; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Martino has been influential in implementing the oldest and longest standing scholarship at Clayton State University, the Atlanta Airport Rotary Mitchell C. Bishop Scholarship, which has aided numerous students for nearly 30 years; and

WHEREAS, he has been a member of the Atlanta Airport Rotary club for the last 25 years where he has served as President, a member of its Board of Directors, has been a long-time member of the Airport Area Chamber of Commerce where he has served as the President and is a member of its Board of Directors; and

WHEREAS, his commitment to the welfare of the citizens of Georgia is further demonstrated by his diligent service in various community volunteer organizations including Chris Kids, Travelers Aid, and Children's Miracle Network; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Martino has been in the printing business for 34 years and is the general manager and vice president of Martino-White Printing, Inc.; and

WHEREAS, he has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of his time, talents, and energy toward the betterment of Clayton State University, his community, and state, and in recognition of his outstanding service to Clayton State University, it was most fitting that Dennis C. Martino was named the Clayton State University Overall Distinguished Alumnus of 2008.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body commend Dennis C. Martino for his many years of efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to Clayton State University and extend to him their most sincere best wishes for continued success, health, and happiness.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Dennis C. Martino.