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.