House Resolution 1297
By: Representatives Santos of the 117th, Holly of the 116th, Lewis-Ward of the 115th, Kahaian
of the 81st, Douglas of the 78th, and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing the City of McDonough, Georgia, upon the first annual McDonough Day at the
state capitol; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the City of McDonough, Georgia, was founded in 1823 and named for Naval
Officer Commodore Thomas Macdonough; and
WHEREAS, since its incorporation, the City of McDonough has embodied the principles of
local self-governance, civic engagement, and responsible stewardship, reflecting the
determination and vision of its citizens; and
WHEREAS, McDonough is grounded in a rich history of commerce and transportation, as
the city originated as a relay station on the New York City to New Orleans stagecoach line
and was connected by other stage lines with Fayetteville and Decatur, and with Macon by
way of Jackson; and
WHEREAS, with a population nearing 30,000, McDonough is located in Henry County,
Georgia, and is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area; and
WHEREAS, the success of the City of McDonough is due in large measure to the dedicated
service of its mayor and city council, past and present, city staff, volunteers, business leaders,
and engaged residents who have worked collectively to advance the city's growth and
prosperity; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that McDonough Day is celebrated at the
state capitol in acknowledgment of the outstanding government and community in the City
of McDonough.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize the City of McDonough, Georgia, upon the first annual
McDonough Day at the state capitol.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House fo Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the
City of McDonough.