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HR 26: Brown, Captain Matthew T.; retirement; commend

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House Resolution 26

By: Representatives Carson of the 46th, Ehrhart of the 36th, Seabaugh of the 34th, Parsons of the 44th, and Williams of the 37th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Captain Matthew T. Brown upon his retirement; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Captain Matthew T. Brown has served with honor and distinction as a member of the Cobb County Police Department for more than 30 years; and

WHEREAS, during his distinguished tenure, Captain Brown has worked as part of vital departments such as the Crimes Against Persons Unit, Crimes Against Children Unit, Special Victims Unit, and Major Crimes Unit; and

WHEREAS, he has further dedicated innumerable hours of his time and energy toward volunteering with the SafePath Children's Advocacy Center Inc., ensuring that the youth of Cobb County are protected from abuse; and

WHEREAS, he is an honest and dedicated public servant who strives for excellence in all of his endeavors and whose primary concern is the welfare and safety of the citizens of Cobb County; 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, Captain Brown's efficient and effective commitment to excellence has been recognized by his peers through the many decorations and awards he has received, including a Medal of Valor, the 300 Club Award, and the Chief's Award; 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 Captain Matthew T. Brown upon the grand occasion of his retirement for his efficient, effective, and dedicated service to Cobb County as well as express their utmost appreciation for having so purely and truly defined for others the meaning of public servant.

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 Captain Matthew T. Brown.