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HR 1089: Dodson, Major Craig; commend

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House Resolution 1089

By: Representative Smith of the 18th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Major Craig Dodson; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Major Craig Dodson has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital role that he has played in leadership and his deep personal commitment to the welfare of the citizens of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, Major Dodson has served with honor and distinction with the Carroll County Sheriff’s Department for 35 years; and

WHEREAS, throughout his career, Major Dodson has served in numerous specialized and leadership roles, including his work in K-9 and Special Operations, the Patrol Division, and later his promotion to Major in 2003, where he has overseen Patrol, CID, Court Services, and Training, among many others; and

WHEREAS, he also serves as Director of the Carroll County Sheriff's Office of Emergency Management and continues to contribute to community safety through his work on the Emergency Shelter Board, the CASA Board, threat assessment initiatives, fraud prevention programs, the School District Safety Team, and various Active Shooter and Community Safety Programs; and

WHEREAS, he is highly regarded by the citizens of his community and by state and local government officials as a man of unquestioned integrity and dedication to the administration of justice and sound principles of law enforcement; and

WHEREAS, this spirited law enforcement professional has exhibited extraordinary devotion to duty, outstanding loyalty, fine leadership, and meticulous attention to detail in all of his duties; and

WHEREAS, his inspiring commitment to the welfare of others is an outstanding example of the positive effect law enforcement professionals have on the lives and well-being of others; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that gratitude is expressed for the unique and often unheralded contributions of local law enforcement professionals on behalf of the citizens of this state.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize and commend Major Craig Dodson, congratulate him upon 35-years of service, and extend sincere best wishes for his continued health, happiness, and 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 Major Craig Dodson.