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.