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HR 810: Benjamin R. Polote, Sr. Intersection; Chatham County; dedicate

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House Resolution 810

By: Representative Gilliard of the 162nd

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing Mr. Benjamin R. Polote, Sr., and dedicating an intersection in his honor; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Mr. Benjamin R. Polote, Sr., 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. Polote established Polote Homebuilders in 1970 and became a fixture in the construction industry in Savannah, Georgia, providing quality homes for the area; and

WHEREAS, his 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, in the last 55 years, the Polote Corporation has grown from a home builder to an early graduate of the government's 8a program, completing and participating on projects from Georgia to California that range from $450,000 to over $1.2 billion; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Polote has been recognized with numerous honors and accolades, including recognition by the Georgia Minority Supplier Diversity Council with a Blue Legend Award, a distinction reserved for those who have exemplified excellence in deed and works; and

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

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

ASSEMBLY OF GEORGIA that the intersection of State Route 25/U.S. Route 17 and Little Neck Road in Chatham County is dedicated as the Benjamin R. Polote, Sr. Intersection. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Department of Transportation is authorized and directed to erect and maintain appropriate signs dedicating the Benjamin R. Polote, Sr. Intersection.

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 Mr. Benjamin R. Polote, Sr., and to the Department of Transportation.