Senate Resolution 795
By: Senators James of the 28th, Rhett of the 33rd, Davenport of the 17th, Anderson of the
43rd, Howard of the 35th and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing March 4, 2026, as South Fulton County Legislative Day at the Capitol; and for
other purposes.
WHEREAS, on March 4, 2026, elected officials from the state, county, and municipal levels,
along with the constituents they serve, will come together to declare and celebrate the
success and unique appeal of South Fulton County, Georgia; and
WHEREAS, South Fulton County, which includes the Cities of College Park, Union City,
East Point, Hapeville, Palmetto, South Fulton, and Fairburn, is a vibrant, beautiful
community rich in natural resources and competitive business advantages; and
WHEREAS, the progressive governments of South Fulton County provide a positive
environment for business growth through efficient services and effective collaboration with
developers to create new employment opportunities; and
WHEREAS, multi-modal transportation culminates in South Fulton County: home of
Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, hub for two of the nation's largest railroads,
networked to the compass by four interstate highways, and home of the southern terminus
of MARTA; and
WHEREAS, with more than 7,000 hotel rooms and bountiful exhibit and meeting spaces,
including the Georgia International Convention Center, South Fulton County is a powerful
contributor to Atlanta's vital convention and hospitality industries; and
WHEREAS, South Fulton County has more than 850 manufacturing and distribution firms
and the largest contiguous industrial park in the eastern United States; and
WHEREAS, with abundant resources and the commitment from all sectors of the community
to continue to work cooperatively for quality economic development, the future of South
Fulton County has never looked more promising; and
WHEREAS, the 2026 South Fulton County Day at the Capitol is dedicated to the purpose
of recognizing and celebrating vibrant South Fulton County and its diversity.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
recognize and observe South Fulton County Legislative Day at the Capitol on March 4, 2026,
and heartily welcome to the capitol the elected public officials and residents of South Fulton
County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the
press.