House Resolution 923
By: Representatives Stephens of the 164th, Gilliard of the 162nd, and Jackson of the 165th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Joan Quaterman upon her retirement; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Joan Quaterman 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 has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of her time,
talents, and energy toward the betterment of her community and state as evidenced
dramatically by her superlative service with the Leisure Services Bureau; and
WHEREAS, Joan has shown exceptional dedication and an unwavering commitment to the
development and enrichment of children through her tireless efforts in recreation in
Savannah, Georgia's, Hull Park; and
WHEREAS, for over 52 years, she has championed a safe, supportive, and engaging
environment for children to grow, learn, and thrive during the summer break; and
WHEREAS, she has positively impacted the lives of countless children through her support
in distributing meals from the City of Savannah’s federally-funded free summer lunch
program; and
WHEREAS, she is a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for
integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness; and
WHEREAS, Joan has served with honor and distinction, and her vision and unyielding
commitment to the children in Hull Park will be sorely missed upon the occasion of her
retirement; 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 Joan Quaterman for her efficient,
effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of Georgia; congratulate her
upon the grand occasion of her retirement; and 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 Joan
Quaterman.