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HR 1018: Charlton County Chief Ranger Roger Todd of the Georgia Forestry Commission; recipient of the 2025 Director's Award and for his outstanding service to the State of Georgia; commend

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House Resolution 1018

By: Representatives Corbett of the 174th, Ridley of the 6th, Dickey of the 134th, Rhodes of the 124th, Burchett of the 176th, and others

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Charlton County Chief Ranger Roger Todd of the Georgia Forestry Commission as the recipient of the 2025 Director's Award and for his outstanding service to the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the Georgia Forestry Commission plays a critical role in protecting Georgia's natural resources, ensuring public safety, and supporting the citizens and landowners of this state through wildfire prevention and suppression, emergency response, forest management, and community assistance; and

WHEREAS, Chief Ranger Roger Todd has honorably served the Georgia Forestry Commission in Charlton County for nearly 25 years with unwavering professionalism, leadership, and commitment to the agency's mission, consistently demonstrating the highest standards of integrity, duty, and respect; and

WHEREAS, through his steady leadership and dedication, Chief Ranger Todd has built and guided a team of forestry professionals who exemplify preparedness, excellence in service, and devotion to public safety; and

WHEREAS, on April 10, 2025, tragedy struck Charlton County when a single-engine aircraft carrying six passengers–including two young children–overturned upon landing at Davis Airport and immediately became engulfed in flames; and

WHEREAS, Chief Ranger Todd and personnel from the Charlton County Unit heard the crash and responded without hesitation, placing themselves in harm's way to protect the lives of others; and

WHEREAS, under Chief Ranger Todd's direction, the responding personnel worked swiftly, decisively, and courageously to suppress the fire and rescue the trapped passengers–actions that prevented loss of life and ensured that all six occupants survived the crash; and

WHEREAS, the safe outcome of this tragic accident is credited in large measure to the training, readiness, judgment, and leadership fostered by Chief Ranger Todd; and

WHEREAS, his day-to-day commitment to his rangers, to the citizens of Charlton County, and to the people of Georgia reflects great credit upon himself and the Georgia Forestry Commission; and

WHEREAS, in recognition of his exemplary service, leadership excellence, and lifesaving actions, Chief Ranger Roger Todd was selected as the 2025 Director's Award recipient, one of the highest honors bestowed by the Georgia Forestry Commission; and

WHEREAS, the State of Georgia is proud to recognize individuals who selflessly devote their careers to protecting lives, communities, and natural resources.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize and commend Chief Ranger Roger Todd for his outstanding service, exemplary leadership, and heroism; congratulate him upon being named the Georgia Forestry Commission 2025 Director's Award recipient; and extend to him their sincere gratitude and best wishes for continued success.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Chief Ranger Roger Todd.