SR32: SR32 Newton IV, Charles G.; recognize

25 LC 112 2692 Senate Resolution 32 By: Senators Burns of the 23rd, Anderson of the 24th, Hickman of the 4th and Jones II of the 22nd A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Charles G. Newton IV on his outstanding public service; and1 for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Charles G. Newton IV has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for3 the vital role that he has played in leadership and his deep pe rsonal commitment to the4 welfare of the citizens of McDuffie County, Georgia; and5 WHEREAS, he has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of his time,6 talents, and energy toward the betterment of his community and state, as evidenced7 dramatically by his more than two decades of service as chairman of the McDuffie County8 Board of Commissioners; and9 WHEREAS, during his tenure, McDuffie County has undergone advan cements in10 infrastructure, economic development, health care, and community services that have greatly11 strengthened the county's future and enhanced the quality of life for all its residents; and12 WHEREAS, through his exemplary leadership and advocacy at the s tate level, Charles G.13 Newton IV has secured resources for critical infrastructure projects such as the county-wide14 water and sewer system, road improvements, and the East and West Bypass; and15 S. R. 32 - 1 - 25 LC 112 2692 WHEREAS, his accomplishments further include the championing of the county-wide16 broadband initiative, the creation of a Boys and Girls Club wit hin the county, and the17 construction of the county's new government complex; and18 WHEREAS, he has additionally served his community as a member of the McDuffie County19 Farm Bureau Board of Directors, the McDuffie County Board of He alth, the20 Thomson-McDuffie County Water-Sewer Commission, and the Forward McDuffie Board21 of Directors; and22 WHEREAS, Charles G. Newton IV has served McDuffie County with honor and distinction,23 and his vision and unyielding commitment to excellence will be sorely missed upon his24 retirement; and25 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this26 remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized.27 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body28 recognize and commend Charles G. Newton IV for his efficient, e ffective, unselfish, and29 dedicated public service to McDuffie County, Georgia; congratul ate him upon the grand30 occasion of his retirement; and extend the most sincere best wishes for continued health and31 happiness.32 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed33 to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for di stribution to Charles G.34 Newton IV.35 S. R. 32 - 2 -