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SR 32: Newton IV, Charles G.; recognize

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Senate Resolution 32

By: Senators Burns of the 23rd, Anderson of the 24th, Hickman of the 4th and Jones II of the 22nd

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Charles G. Newton IV on his outstanding public service; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Charles G. Newton IV 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 McDuffie County, Georgia; and

WHEREAS, he 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 more than two decades of service as chairman of the McDuffie County Board of Commissioners; and

WHEREAS, during his tenure, McDuffie County has undergone advancements in infrastructure, economic development, health care, and community services that have greatly strengthened the county's future and enhanced the quality of life for all its residents; and

WHEREAS, through his exemplary leadership and advocacy at the state level, Charles G. Newton IV has secured resources for critical infrastructure projects such as the county-wide water and sewer system, road improvements, and the East and West Bypass; and

WHEREAS, his accomplishments further include the championing of the county-wide broadband initiative, the creation of a Boys and Girls Club within the county, and the construction of the county's new government complex; and

WHEREAS, he has additionally served his community as a member of the McDuffie County Farm Bureau Board of Directors, the McDuffie County Board of Health, the Thomson-McDuffie County Water-Sewer Commission, and the Forward McDuffie Board of Directors; and

WHEREAS, Charles G. Newton IV has served McDuffie County with honor and distinction, and his vision and unyielding commitment to excellence will be sorely missed upon his 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 SENATE that the members of this body recognize and commend Charles G. Newton IV for his efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to McDuffie County, Georgia; congratulate him upon the grand occasion of his retirement; and extend the most sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness.

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 Charles G. Newton IV.