House Resolution 1298
By: Representatives Ridley of the 22nd, Byrd of the 20th, Thomas of the 21st, Parsons of the
44th, Jasperse of the 11th, and others
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life of Ms. Cara Jaden Atkins and dedicating an interchange in her memory;
and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Ms. Cara Jaden Atkins was born on April 27, 2002, in Marietta, Georgia, the
beloved daughter of Perry and Christy Atkins; and
WHEREAS, an exceptional athlete, Ms. Atkins graduated from Etowah High School and
continued her education at Georgia Highlands College, where she excelled academically,
graduating with a perfect 4.0 grade point average, earning repeated spots on the Dean's List,
and was a member of the prestigious Phi Theta Kappa honor society; and
WHEREAS, she graduated from dental hygienist school and was eagerly pursuing her
bachelor's degree in science, driven by her passion for helping others achieve better health
and confidence; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Atkins spent her time giving back to local charities and causes that uplifted
others in need, including Jamie's Hope, the Cherokee Humane Society, and Locks of Love;
and
WHEREAS, she coached gymnastics to young children and touched the lives of many with
her smile that was like sunshine, instantly filling any room with warmth, joy, and positivity;
and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this encouraging, kind, and selfless
Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating an interchange in her memory.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AND ENACTED BY THE GENERAL
ASSEMBLY OF GEORGIA that the interchange of Interstate 75 and State Route 92 in
Cherokee County is dedicated as the Cara Jaden Atkins Memorial Interchange.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Department of Transportation is authorized and
directed to erect and maintain appropriate signs dedicating the Cara Jaden Atkins Memorial
Interchange.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the
family of Ms. Cara Jaden Atkins and the Department of Transportation.