House Resolution 205
By: Representatives Santos of the 117th, Holly of the 116th, Douglas of the 78th, Kahaian of
the 81st, Crowe of the 118th, and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Mayor Carlos Greer on his outstanding public service; and
for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Mayor Carlos Greer 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, he has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of his time,
talents, and energy toward the betterment of his community and state, as evidenced
dramatically by his superlative service as the first African American mayor of Locust Grove,
Georgia; and
WHEREAS, a lifelong resident of Locust Grove, Mayor Greer previously served the city for
nine years as a councilman, including six years as Mayor Pro Tem, during which time he
worked diligently to advance the city's progress and improve the quality of life for its
residents; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Greer's significant organizational and leadership talents, remarkable
patience and diplomacy, keen sense of vision, and sensitivity to the needs of the citizens of
this state have earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues and associates; and
WHEREAS, he is a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for
integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Greer has served with honor and distinction, and his vision and
unyielding commitment to the citizens of Locust Grove have set the standard for public
service; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this
remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize and commend Mayor Carlos Greer for his efficient,
effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to Locust Grove, Georgia, as well as extend
the most sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness.
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
Mayor Carlos Greer.