Senate Resolution 1093
By: Senators Dickerson of the 21st, Albers of the 56th and Kirkpatrick of the 32nd
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Fire Chief Eddie Robinson for his outstanding service to
Cherokee County and the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Fire Chief Eddie Robinson has devoted more than four decades of his life to the
protection, safety, and well-being of others through his distinguished service in both the
United States Army and the fire service; and
WHEREAS, Chief Robinson began his career in 1979 as a volunteer firefighter in Rock Hill,
South Carolina, demonstrating early his commitment to serving his community; and
WHEREAS, following high school, he honorably served his country in the United States
Army and the United States Army Reserve, rising to the rank of First Sergeant and serving
as a Drill Sergeant before retiring in 2002; and
WHEREAS, upon relocating to Georgia, Chief Robinson continued his dedication to public
safety by serving with the Hickory Flat Volunteer Fire Department and later joining
Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services in January 1999; and
WHEREAS, his leadership and expertise earned him successive promotions, including Safety
Officer in 2001, Division Chief of Training in 2009, and Assistant Fire Chief in 2011; and
WHEREAS, on March 12, 2022, Chief Robinson was appointed Fire Chief of Cherokee
County, where he has led with integrity, professionalism, and a steadfast commitment to
excellence, following in the footsteps of his mentor, Chief Tim Prather; and
WHEREAS, throughout his distinguished career, he has received numerous honors,
including 23 service ribbons from the United States Army, the Drill Sergeant Badge, the
Meritorious Service Award, the Governor's Unit Citation for Outstanding Service during and
after Hurricane Hugo, and the Georgia Fire Chief Certification in 2020; and
WHEREAS, Chief Robinson is a devoted husband to his wife, Lorie, a proud father to
Candace and Kenny, and a loving grandfather to six grandchildren, whose legacy of service
continues through his family; and
WHEREAS, after years of faithful and exemplary service, Chief Robinson now retires,
leaving behind a lasting legacy of leadership, courage, and dedication that will continue to
benefit Cherokee County for generations to come.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
recognize and commend Fire Chief Eddie Robinson for his extraordinary career of service
and extend their deepest gratitude and best wishes upon his retirement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Fire Chief Eddie
Robinson.