Bill Text: GA SR824 | 2009-2010 | Regular Session | Enrolled
Bill Title: Valdosta, City of; sesquicentennial anniversary; recognize
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2010-01-14 - Senate Read and Adopted [SR824 Detail]
Download: Georgia-2009-SR824-Enrolled.html
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Senate
Resolution 824
By:
Senator Golden of the 8th
A
RESOLUTION
Recognizing
and commending the City of Valdosta on its sesquicentennial anniversary; and for
other purposes.
WHEREAS,
in December of 1860, the City of Valdosta was established by Act of the Georgia
General Assembly as the new county seat for Lowndes County; and
WHEREAS,
named in honor of Governor George Troup's estate, Valle d'Aosta, the City of
Valdosta has prospered as the site of government, transportation, and commerce
over the past 100 years; and
WHEREAS,
Valdosta has become the hub of today's commercial and civic life for a 15 county
region in South Georgia and North Florida, with the city offering a diverse mix
of industries to its many residents and visitors; and
WHEREAS,
Valdosta has flourished as a center for religious, educational, and cultural
institutions and is the epicenter for numerous civic and social organizations;
and
WHEREAS,
voted
ESPN's
TitleTown U.S.A. in 2008 by fans across America, Valdosta provides outstanding
quality of life through parks and recreation, arts and culture, and a thriving
downtown district that serves as the heart of the community; and
WHEREAS,
in commemoration of Valdosta's 150th anniversary, the city will hold a series of
events and programs for its citizens highlighting the city's milestones,
traditions, and legacy, culminating with a community-wide gathering;
and
WHEREAS,
the City of Valdosta continues to look with optimism toward the future while
keeping the proud memory of its beginning close to its heart to share with
succeeding generations.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body commend
the City of Valdosta on its distinguished 150 year history and join with the
citizens and officials in celebrating its sesquicentennial.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to the mayor of Valdosta,
Georgia.
