HR 7: George C. Trulock, Jr. Memorial Highway; Grady County; dedicate

House Resolution 7 (AS PASSED HOUSE AND SENATE)

By: Representative Campbell of the 171st

A RESOLUTION

Dedicating certain portions of the state highway system; and for other purposes.

PART I

WHEREAS, Mr. George C. Trulock, Jr., was born in Whigham, Georgia, on July 28, 1952, the beloved son of George C. Trulock, Sr., and Dee Trulock; and

WHEREAS, he was devoted to his hometown and was elected to the Whigham City Council at the age of 22 and served many terms on the council before being elected mayor; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Trulock was a sergeant with the Cairo Police Department and was highly regarded by the citizens of his community and state and by local government officials as a person of unquestioned integrity and dedication to the sound principles of law enforcement; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Trulock was an expert gunsmith and developed a system that allowed fixed choke guns to be converted to accept screw-in chokes which came to be known as Tru-Choke; and

WHEREAS, he grew his business producing the Tru-Choke from a shop in his home to a company with numerous employees producing Trulock Choke Tubes with sales across the country; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Trulock exhibited extraordinary devotion to public service, outstanding loyalty, fine leadership, and meticulous attention to detail in all of his duties, and it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating a road in his memory.

PART II

WHEREAS, the arc of a community's history is on rare occasions benefited by the public service of truly great men; and

WHEREAS, when these exceptional public servants intersect the arc of a community's life, it is appropriate and just that we recognize and memorialize the profound impact of these rare and treasured souls; and

WHEREAS, for the State of Georgia, and especially Madison County, Mr. R. George Strickland, Jr., is one such rare and treasured soul, who led a life of successful business achievement and devoted public service to his local community and the State of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, Mr. George was born on September 26, 1945, to Robert G. Strickland, Sr., and Mae Ruth Echols Strickland; and

WHEREAS, other than the time he spent pursuing his education and serving his country in the military, Mr. George lived his entire life in Danielsville, Georgia, and learned from his parents very early in life the value of hard work and integrity; and

WHEREAS, Mr. George attended Madison County High School, where he distinguished himself as a member of FFA, a member of 4-H, and captain of the football team, and where he was named a Student Superlative for being Most Athletic; and

WHEREAS, Mr. George graduated from Madison County High School in 1963 and then continued his studies, first at West Georgia College and then at the University of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, Mr. George graduated from the University of Georgia in 1968 with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture; and

WHEREAS, while at UGA, Mr. George joined the U.S. Army Reserves, in which he served for six years; and

WHEREAS, after graduating from UGA, Mr. George worked for the Federal Land Bank Association; and

WHEREAS, after three years with the Federal Land Bank, Mr. George struck out to chart his own path in what would be a lifetime of distinguished achievement in business and community service; and

WHEREAS, fortunately for the State of Georgia and Madison County, Mr. George decided to make his mark as a resident of Madison County; and

WHEREAS, Mr. George's accomplishments in the business world are too numerous to mention, but among his more notable achievements, he founded Madison County Hardware and co-founded Georgia Metals with his son, Robert George "Tripp" Strickland, III; and

WHEREAS, Mr. George and Tripp also operated Royston Rentals and the Ace Hardware Stores in Colbert and Crawford; and

WHEREAS, Mr. George served his community as a member of the Danielsville City Council for eight years (where he served as Mayor Pro Tem for four years), the Madison County Tax Equalization Board, and the Madison County Board of Education, where he served for 12 years; and

WHEREAS, Mr. George was also an integral part of the civic community in Madison County; and

WHEREAS, Mr. George served on the board of directors of the Madison County Chamber of Commerce, was the charter president of the Madison County Jaycees, and was the charter president of the Madison County Cattlemen's Association; and

WHEREAS, due in part to his great concern for the youth of his community, he served as an Assistant Scout Master and coached recreational league sports for many years; and

WHEREAS, Mr. George also received numerous honors and awards for his selfless devotion to his community; and

WHEREAS, in recognition of a lifetime of successful entrepreneurship and dedicated service to his community, he was named Northeast Georgia Businessman of the Year in 2000, and the Madison County Chamber of Commerce recognized Mr. George with its Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021; and

WHEREAS, Mr. George was a member of Leadership Georgia's Class of 1977 and Master of the John H. Jones Masonic Lodge; and

WHEREAS, Mr. George loved the Lord and, as a testament of his profound faith, was a dedicated member of Moon's Grove Baptist Church, where he served as an ordained deacon, and was a member of Gideon's International; and

WHEREAS, while he was making his mark in business as young man, Mr. George met the love of his life, Autumn Farmer Strickland, and they were married on June 27, 1976; and

WHEREAS, Mr. George and Autumn were blessed with two children, Robert George "Tripp" Strickland, III, and Amanda Strickland; a daughter-in-law, Carlton (married to Tripp); and three grandchildren - Emily Strickland, Robert G. Strickland, IV, and Henry Strickland; and

WHEREAS, despite a distinguished career and a great love of the Lord, his farm, and his community, Mr. George's greatest joy was his family; and

WHEREAS, Mr. George's earthly life journey ended on April 13, 2024, surrounded by his family; and

WHEREAS, Mr. George was a true gentleman to all he met and will be greatly missed; and

WHEREAS, such a distinguished business career and steadfast devotion to public service has been of immense benefit to the State of Georgia and Madison County; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized by dedicating in his honor a bridge in his beloved Madison County.

PART III

WHEREAS, Dr. Gregory B. Levett, Sr., has long been recognized for his expertise as a mortician and funeral director and the compassionate role he has played during the most difficult time of a family's life; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Levett and his wife, Betty, founded the world renowned Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory in 1980, growing the business to serve over 2,300 families a year, employing 175 full and part-time employees, with four locations and an off-site crematory; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Levett began mastering the art of funeral service at a young age after being introduced to the industry by his father, the late George W. Levett, Sr.; and

WHEREAS, the Levett legacy of providing traditional, thoughtful, and dignified funeral services spans over four generations, with Dr. Levett passing on his knowledge and love of caring for others to his children, Gregory Bernard, Jr., T. Lanier, and Deana, who are all active in the daily operations of the business; and

WHEREAS, his leadership and guidance have been instrumental to numerous organizations, including the National Funeral Directors and Morticians Association, Georgia Funeral Service Practitioners Association, DeKalb Chapter of the 100 Black Men of America, City of Decatur Public School Board Council, NAACP, Salem Gate Merchants Association, DeKalb Parks and Recreation Committee Board of Directors, Scottdale Planning Council, South DeKalb Business League, as well as the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce, Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, Rockdale Chamber of Commerce, and the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Levett has been recognized with numerous awards and honors, including a Lifetime Achievement Award from President Barack Obama for his volunteer services, Funeral Director of the Year from American Funeral Director Magazine in 2015, and the Robert H. Miller Funeral Director of the Year in 2023; and

WHEREAS, the Levett family has donated over $2 million to institutions of higher learning, churches, hospitals, charities, and community organizations, with Emory Hillandale Hospital dedicating a reception area of the emergency department to honor Dr. Levett and his wife; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the extraordinary accomplishments of this distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized by dedicating a road in his honor.

PART IV

WHEREAS, Mr. Johnny Floyd 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, Mr. Floyd completed Forest Ranger School at the University of Florida, had a long career in forestry at the St. Regis Paper Company, and started a family timber business in Cordele, Georgia, in 1969 called Floyd Timber Company; and

WHEREAS, he served as a member of the Georgia House of Representatives for 19 years, representing the citizens of Crisp, Dooly, and Pulaski counties and parts of Houston County; served as vice chairman of the House Transportation Committee; and served as a member of the House Appropriations, Banks and Banking, and Motor Vehicles committees; and

WHEREAS, upon completion of his service with the General Assembly, Mr. Floyd dedicated 15 years to the State Transportation Board representing the constituents of Congressional District 2 which is the largest congressional district by land area and includes 29 counties; and

WHEREAS, during his tenure with the State Transportation Board, Mr. Floyd has focused on economic development for rural Georgians, mobility for commuters in urban areas, and the development of freight routes for Georgia's ports and logistics industry; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Floyd has previously held the roles of chairman, vice chairman, and secretary of the State Transportation Board; is currently a member of several board committees that help guide the direction of Georgia's transportation network, including the Statewide Transportation Planning/Strategic Planning, Administrative, and Legislative committees; and serves as chairman of the Intermodal committee; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating an interchange in his honor.

PART V

WHEREAS, Mr. Samuel Micah Moon was born in Austell, Georgia, on March 30, 2007, the beloved son of Beverly La Fleur and Shendi Moon; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Moon was a STEM student at Lithia Springs High School, with an expected graduation date of 2025; and

WHEREAS, he had a passion for music and enjoyed spending time with his friends and family, hiking, and fishing; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Moon's life was tragically cut short on March 4, 2023, when he was one of ten children shot at a sweet 16 birthday party in Douglas County; and

WHEREAS, known for his amazing sense of humor and infectious smile, Mr. Moon will long be remembered for his love of family and friendship, and this loyal son and friend will be missed by all who had the great fortune of knowing him; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating an interchange in his memory.

PART VI

WHEREAS, Ms. Aj'anaye Hill was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on April 1, 2008, the beloved daughter of Chanell White and Louis Hill; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Hill was a loved and talented student at Lithia Springs High School, with an expected graduation date of 2026; and

WHEREAS, she had a passion for music and dancing and enjoyed making TikTok videos with her family and friends; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Hill's life was tragically cut short on March 4, 2023, when she was one of ten children shot at a sweet 16 birthday party in Douglas County; and

WHEREAS, known for her outspoken and fearless nature, Ms. Hill will long be remembered for her love of family and friendship, and this loyal daughter and friend will be missed by all who had the great fortune of knowing her; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating an intersection in her memory.

PART VII

WHEREAS, all residents of Georgia rely on the men and women who put their personal safety on the line to keep communities safe from harm; and

WHEREAS, peace officers in this state devote innumerable hours of their time, talents, and energy toward keeping criminals off the streets and uplifting their communities through their service; and

WHEREAS, peace officers exhibit devotion to duty, outstanding loyalty, fine leadership, and meticulous attention to detail in their duties; and

WHEREAS, fallen peace officers have given the ultimate sacrifice to this state and its citizens and deserve the utmost respect and condolences; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that these remarkable and distinguished Georgians be recognized appropriately by dedicating a road in their memory.

PART VIII

WHEREAS, our nation's security continues to rely on patriotic men and women who put their personal lives on hold in order to place themselves in harm's way to protect the freedoms that all United States citizens cherish; and

WHEREAS, Trooper William Frederick Black, Jr., was a standout football player for Lanier High School, where he led the Poets to a state championship; and

WHEREAS, he went on to study aeronautical engineering at Auburn University, where he played basketball and football; and

WHEREAS, Trooper Black served as a guardian of this nation's freedom and liberty with the United States Army Reserves and graduated among the first class of troopers in Georgia, with a badge number of 8; and

WHEREAS, while patrolling on Georgia Highway 41 near Ringgold, Georgia, Trooper Black's life was tragically cut short in the line of duty when he was shot during a traffic stop; and

WHEREAS, Trooper Black embodied the spirit of service and willingness to find meaning in something greater than himself, and it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating an intersection in his memory.

PART IX

WHEREAS, Mr. Tyler Perry was born on September 13, 1969, in New Orleans, Louisiana; and

WHEREAS, in 1998, his first musical, I Know I've Been Changed, premiered at the famous Fox Theatre in Atlanta; in 2005, his first feature film, Diary Of A Mad Black Woman, debuted at number one; and in 2006, he released his first book, Don't Make A Black Woman Take Off Her Earrings: Madea's Uninhibited Commentaries On Life And Love, which remained on the New York Times bestseller list for eight weeks; and

WHEREAS, in 2007, Mr. Perry's comedic talents delighted audiences worldwide with the TBS series House of Payne and later with the series Meet the Browns, which were the highest and second highest rated first-run syndicated cable shows of all time, respectively, and he currently has four television series on Oprah Winfrey's network, OWN; and

WHEREAS, in 2008, he revitalized Delta Airlines' former headquarters and opened a 200,000 square foot studio in Atlanta that employs hundreds of Georgians, and in 2015, Mr. Perry bought 330 acres of the former military base, Fort McPherson, on which he will restore and construct state-of-the-art facilities that will open the door for local business opportunities and job creation in the motion picture and television industry; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Perry strongly supports our state and national communities through charities such as Feeding America, Covenant House, Hosea Feed the Hungry, Project Adventure, Perry Place, and his own foundation, the Tyler Perry Foundation, which transforms tragedy into triumph by empowering economically disadvantaged youths, seniors, and families to overcome adversity by achieving a better quality of life; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating a road in his honor.

PART X

WHEREAS, Investigator Eric Anthony Minix was born in Covington, Georgia, on June 8, 1992, a beloved son of Mark Minix and Angela Mitchell and his life was tragically cut short in the line of duty on January 4, 2024; and

WHEREAS, Investigator Minix was highly regarded by the citizens of his community and state and by local government officials as a person of unquestioned integrity and dedication to the sound principles of law enforcement; and

WHEREAS, he served with honor and distinction as a dedicated investigator and K9 handler for the Coweta County Sheriff's Department where he exhibited extraordinary devotion to public service, outstanding loyalty, fine leadership, and meticulous attention to detail in all of his duties; and

WHEREAS, he will long be remembered for his inspiring commitment to the welfare of others, which stands as a shining 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 this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating a road in his memory.

PART XI

WHEREAS, Mr. Jeff Foxworthy is one of the most respected and successful comedians in the United States; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Foxworthy is the highest selling comedy-recording artist in history, a multiple Grammy Award nominee, and the best-selling author of more than 26 books, including The Redneck Dictionary, The Redneck Dictionary II, The Redneck Dictionary III, How to Really Stink at Golf, and How to Really Stink at Work; and

WHEREAS, a 2014 inductee to the Georgia Music Hall of Fame, Mr. Foxworthy has his own comedy channel on SIRUISXM, which showcases the best in American comedy and has created multiple games that use his comedy material; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Foxworthy hosted a live auction show called What's It Worth for A&E in 2020 and a FOX television game show, Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?, for several seasons; and

WHEREAS, he has written several New York Times bestseller list children's books, including Dirt on My Shirt and Hide!!; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating a road in his honor.

PART XII

WHEREAS, born on July 21, 1975, in Miami, Florida, Patrick Michael Sondron was the cherished son of Michael and Patricia Sondron; and

WHEREAS, following his graduation from Orange Park High School in 1993, Sergeant Sondron enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he served as a guardian of this nation's freedom and liberty; and

WHEREAS, he continued to serve his community through a career in law enforcement, starting his career in 1999 with the Fort Valley Police Department, adeptly serving on the Byron Police Department, and dedicating 13 years to the Peach County Sheriff's Office, where he was a sergeant for the patrol division and a member of the SWAT team; and

WHEREAS, Sergeant Sondron was highly regarded by the citizens of his community and state and by local government officials as a person of unquestioned integrity and dedication to the sound principles of law enforcement; and

WHEREAS, a dedicated public servant, a respected partner in law enforcement, and a kind, level-headed individual, Sergeant Sondron had a profound impact on the Warner Robins community, and his loss deeply affected the citizens of Peach County; and

WHEREAS, Sergeant Sondron exhibited extraordinary devotion to public service, outstanding loyalty, fine leadership, and meticulous attention to detail in all of his duties, and it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating a bridge in his memory.

PART XIII

WHEREAS, Deputy Daryl Wayne Smallwood served as a guardian of this nation's freedom and liberty as a member of the United States Marine Corps, embodying the Marine values of honor, courage, and commitment; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Smallwood was highly regarded by the citizens of his community and state and by local government officials as a person of unquestioned integrity and dedication to the sound principles of law enforcement; and

WHEREAS, he began his career in law enforcement with the Dooly County Sheriff's Office, where he served with professionalism and honor for eight years, and he later served with the Crisp County Sheriff's Office and the Peach County Sheriff's Office; and

WHEREAS, Deputy Smallwood's life was tragically cut short in November of 2016, when he took on gunfire while responding to a neighbor dispute call; and

WHEREAS, he was a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness, and by the example he made of his life, he made this world a better place in which to live; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized by dedicating a bridge in his memory.

PART XIV

WHEREAS, the Honorable Sheila M. McNeill has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital role that she played in leadership and her deep personal commitment to the welfare of the citizens of Georgia and the nation; and

WHEREAS, she diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of her time, talent, and energy for 58 years to the Navy League, the only civilian organization dedicated to supporting the sea services of the United States of which includes providing support to the United States Navy, United States Marine Corps, United States Coast Guard, and United States Flag Merchant Marine; and

WHEREAS, she served as the Navy League's 42nd national president, national vice president for legislative affairs, national director of the United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps, and a member of the National Maritime Policy Committee; and

WHEREAS, Senator McNeill was devoted to the betterment of her community and state as a Georgia Senator representing Senate District 3 from 2021 to 2023; and

WHEREAS, she was recognized with numerous honors and awards, including the Secretary of the Navy's Distinguished, Superior, and Meritorious Public Service medals; the United States Coast Guard's Distinguished and Meritorious Public Service medals; and the United States Armed Forces Spirit of Hope Award; and

WHEREAS, Senator McNeill was the first female recipient of the Spanish Navy League's highest honor, the Golden Anchor Award; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized by dedicating a road in her memory.

PART XV

WHEREAS, Trooper Chase Winston Redner was highly regarded by the citizens of his community and state and by local government officials as a person of unquestioned integrity and dedication to the sound principles of law enforcement; and

WHEREAS, Trooper Redner was born on January 5, 1993, the beloved son of Linda Stancil-Redner and Richard Redner; and

WHEREAS, he earned his bachelor's degree from the University of North Georgia and graduated from the 103rd Trooper School with the Georgia State Patrol; and

WHEREAS, Trooper Redner was a member of the Specialized Crash Reconstruction Team and exhibited extraordinary devotion to duty, outstanding loyalty, fine leadership, and meticulous attention to detail in all his duties; and

WHEREAS, Trooper Redner's life was tragically cut short in the line of duty on February 20, 2024; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating an intersection in his memory.

PART XVI

WHEREAS, Mrs. Martha Kay Tucker has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital role that she has played in leadership and her deep personal commitment to the welfare of the citizens of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, she diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of her time, talent, and energy toward the betterment of her community and state as evidenced dramatically by her superlative service for 34 years as the Chattooga County clerk; and

WHEREAS, Mrs. Tucker's significant organizational and leadership talents, her remarkable patience and diplomacy, her keen sense of vision, and her sensitivity to the needs of the citizens of this state earned her the respect and admiration of her colleagues and associates; and

WHEREAS, a woman of deep and abiding faith, Mrs. Tucker was an active member of the Alpine Community Church where she taught Sunday school, led the youth group, organized Bible school, and maintained the live nativity scene for the Christmas season; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized by dedicating a road in her memory.

PART XVII

WHEREAS, Mr. Cary Williams, Jr., 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, Mr. Williams 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 an editor and publisher of the Greensboro newspaper, The Herald-Journal; and

WHEREAS, a leader of the Athens community, Mr. Williams' significant organizational and leadership talents, his remarkable patience and diplomacy, his keen sense of vision, and his sensitivity to the needs of the citizens of this state have earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues and associates; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating a road in his honor.

PART XVIII

WHEREAS, Chief Jeffrey E. Turner is highly regarded by the citizens of his community and state and by local government officials as a person of unquestioned integrity and dedication to the sound principles of law enforcement; and

WHEREAS, Chief Turner moved to Clayton County with his family in 1978 and graduated from Morrow High School in 1982; and

WHEREAS, he earned a bachelor's degree from the University of West Georgia and a master's degree from Columbus State University; and

WHEREAS, after dedicating 20 years of service to the Clayton County Police Department, Chief Turner was appointed as the first African American Chief of Police for the department in 2007; and

WHEREAS, in 2009, Chief Turner was assigned to the Clayton County Regional Police Academy as the Director and the first African American to lead the academy; and

WHEREAS, Chief Turner exhibits extraordinary devotion to duty, outstanding loyalty, fine leadership, and meticulous attention to detail in all his duties; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized by dedicating a road in his honor.

PART XIV

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AND ENACTED BY THE GENERAL

ASSEMBLY OF GEORGIA that the portion of State Route 38/Highway 84 from the East Whigham City Limit to the West Whigham City Limit in Grady County is dedicated as the George C. Trulock, Jr. Memorial Highway.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the bridge on U.S. Highway 29/ State Route 8 over South Fork Broad River in Madison County is dedicated as the R. George Strickland, Jr. Memorial Bridge.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the portion of State Route 155 from I-285 to Snapfinger Road in DeKalb County is dedicated as the Dr. Gregory B. Levett, Sr. Parkway.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the interchange of Interstate 75 and US 280 in Crisp County is dedicated as the Honorable Johnny Floyd Interchange. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the interchange of Interstate 20 and State Route 92 in Douglas County is dedicated as the Samuel Micah Moon Memorial Interchange.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the intersection of U.S. 78 and Campbellton Street in Douglas County is dedicated as the Aj'anaye Hill Memorial Intersection.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the portion of State Route 92 from the Douglas County line to the Cobb County line is dedicated as the Peace Officer Memorial Highway.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the intersection of State Route 3 and Roach Hollow Road in Catoosa County is dedicated as the Trooper William Black, Jr. Memorial Intersection.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the portion of State Route 92 from Interstate 20 to Riverside Parkway in Douglas County is dedicated as the Perry Parkway. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the portion of State Route 16 from State Route 14 to State Route 54 in Coweta County is dedicated as the Investigator Eric Anthony Minix Highway.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the portion of Interstate 85 from Mile Point 73.872 to Mile Point 75 in Fulton County is dedicated as the Jeff Foxworthy Highway. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the bridge on State Route 49 over Interstate 75 (Exit 149) in Peach County is dedicated as the Sgt. Patrick Sondron Memorial Bridge.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the bridge on State Route 247 over Interstate 75 in Peach County is dedicated as the Deputy Daryl Smallwood Memorial Bridge. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the portion of State Route 40 from Charlie Smith Senior Highway/State Route 40 Spur to Church Street in Camden County is dedicated as the Senator Sheila McNeill Memorial Highway.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the intersection of State Route 400 and Whelchel Road in Lumpkin County is dedicated as the Trooper First Class 2 Chase W. Redner Memorial Intersection.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the portion of State Route 337 from State Route 48 to the Georgia/Alabama line in Chattooga County is dedicated as the Martha Kay Tucker Memorial Highway.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the portion of State Route 15 from mile marker 241.62 to mile marker 247.64 in Greene and Oconee counties is dedicated as the Cary Williams, Jr. Highway.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the portion of Interstate 75 from the Riverdale exit to the Tara Boulevard exit in Clayton County is dedicated as the Jeffrey E. Turner Highway.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Department of Transportation is authorized and directed to erect and maintain appropriate signs dedicating the road facilities named in this resolution.

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 Department of Transportation; to Dr. Gregory B. Levett, Sr., Mr. Johnny Floyd, Mr. Tyler Perry, Mr. Jeff Foxworthy, Mr. Cary Williams, Jr., and Chief Jeffrey E. Turner; and to the families of Mr. George C. Trulock, Jr., Mr. R. George Strickland, Jr., Mr. Samuel Micah Moon, Ms. Aj'anaye Hill, Trooper William Frederick Black, Jr., Investigator Eric Anthony Minix, Sergeant Patrick Michael Sondron, Deputy Daryl Wayne Smallwood, the Honorable Sheila M. McNeill, Trooper Chase Winston Redner, and Mrs. Martha Kay Tucker.