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SR 790: Matthews, Y. Dyan; recognize

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Senate Resolution 790

By: Senators James of the 28th, Davenport of the 17th, Jackson of the 41st, Rhett of the 33rd, Wicks of the 34th and others

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Y. Dyan Matthews upon her retirement; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Y. Dyan Matthews 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 as the Executive Director of the Greater South Fulton Chamber of Commerce; and

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

WHEREAS, during her tenure with the Greater South Fulton Chamber of Commerce, Y. Dyan Matthews has spearheaded the organization's membership growth, staff enlargement, and branding campaigns, including the chamber's name change in January 2022; and

WHEREAS, this distinguished gentlewoman has given inspiration to many through her high ideals, morals, and deep concern for her fellow citizens, and she possesses the vast wisdom which only comes through experience and the strength of character which is achieved through overcoming the many challenges of life; and

WHEREAS, she is a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness; and

WHEREAS, Y. Dyan Matthews has served with honor and distinction with the Greater South Fulton Chamber of Commerce and will be sorely missed upon the occasion of her retirement.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize and commend Y. Dyan Matthews 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 Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Y. Dyan Matthews.