SR 8: Deputy Brandon Cunningham Memorial Intersection; Paulding County; dedicate

Senate Resolution 8

By: Senators Anavitarte of the 31st, Robertson of the 29th, Kennedy of the 18th, Gooch of the 51st, Albers of the 56th and others

ADOPTED

A RESOLUTION

Dedicating certain portions of the state highway system; and for other purposes.

PART I

WHEREAS, Senator Valencia Seay has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital role that she played in leadership and her deep personal commitment to the welfare of the citizens of Clayton and Fayette Counties; and

WHEREAS, Senator Seay diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of her time, talents, and energy toward the betterment of her community and state and uplifting the minds of the next generation as evidenced dramatically by her two years in the Georgia House of Representatives and 17 years in the Georgia Senate; and

WHEREAS, during her years in the Georgia Senate she served as a member of the Appropriations, Government Oversight, Public Safety, and Science and Technology Committees and an ex-officio on the Transportation Committee; and

WHEREAS, Senator Seay had a 22 year career in the banking industry as president and CEO of Seay & Associates; and

WHEREAS, she has been recognized with numerous honors and awards, including the 2015 We Are Clayton Living Legend Award, the Living Legend Award from the Clayton County NAACP, and the 2015 Alpha Kappa Alpha Capitol Legislator of the Year Award; and

WHEREAS, her leadership and guidance have been instrumental to numerous organizations, including the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus, National Organization of Women Legislators, Women in Government, and the Women's Legislative Caucus and she is a Life Member of the NAACP and the National Council of Negro Women; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating a road in her honor.

PART II

WHEREAS, the Honorable Vincent D. Fort was born on April 28, 1956, in New Britain, Connecticut, a beloved son of Charles Fort, Sr., and Clara Hutchinson Fort; and

WHEREAS, after completing his higher education, he settled in Atlanta, Georgia, where he became a respected historian, taught at Morehouse College and Morris Brown College, and served as assistant director of the Martin Luther King, Jr., Papers Project; and

WHEREAS, he served as a Georgia State Senator for the 39th District from 1996 to 2017, representing parts of Atlanta, East Point, College Park, Union City, and unincorporated Fulton County as well as consistently advocating for justice and equity for all; and

WHEREAS, in 2001, Senator Fort authored Georgia's first hate crimes law, ensuring harsher penalties for crimes motivated by bias, as well as the Georgia Fair Lending Act, which stood at the time as the strongest anti-predatory lending legislation in the nation and protected consumers from abusive practices; and

WHEREAS, in 2011, he was elected as Georgia's Democratic Whip, during which time he championed legislation against discrimination, racial profiling, environmental racism, and labor injustices while supporting fair wages, labor unions, and stronger community protections; and

WHEREAS, he was named "Legislator of the Year" in 2017 by the Georgia Association of Educators for his advocacy of Senate Bill 30, which aimed to improve public education funding and enhance community schools; and

WHEREAS, he was united in love and marriage to his wife, Cheryl, and the two were blessed with three remarkable children, Nyahuma, Clara-Faith, and Zoë, as well as three wonderful grandchildren, Gizelle, Chloe, and Sunday; and

WHEREAS, Senator Fort was a powerful voice for economic and racial equality, and his commitment to the people will leave a lasting impact on the City of Atlanta and the State of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized by dedicating an intersection in his memory.

PART III

WHEREAS, Mr. Masen "Mase" Aubrey McIntyre II was born on July 9, 2001, in Austell, Georgia, the beloved son of Masen McIntyre and Brandy Drinnon McIntyre; and

WHEREAS, Mr. McIntyre graduated from Bowdon High School where he played football and tennis; and

WHEREAS, he was a stellar athlete as evidenced by his selection to the All-Region Team for football his senior year; and

WHEREAS, his talent and leadership on the football field earned him the title of Player of the Game on numerous occasions as well as being honored with the Golden Helmet Award from his coaches; and

WHEREAS, after graduation, Mr. McIntyre joined his father in the family business at M3 Logging; and

WHEREAS, a compassionate and generous soul, Mr. McIntyre will long be remembered for his bright smile and his love of family and friendship, and this loyal son and friend will be missed by all who had the great fortune of knowing him; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating a bridge in his memory.

PART IV

WHEREAS, the State of Georgia lost one of its finest citizens with the passing of Ms. Latasha R. Butts on October 21, 2024; and

WHEREAS, a native of Milledgeville, Georgia, Ms. Butts was a basketball star at the University of Tennessee with four regular season Southeastern Conference Championship wins before being drafted to the WNBA in 2004 by the Minnesota Lynx; and

WHEREAS, during her season in the WNBA, Ms. Butts played in 30 games and helped the franchise achieve a record 18 victories and a playoff appearance; and

WHEREAS, after a year with the WNBA, Ms. Butts returned to the University of Tennessee as a graduate assistant and later played basketball overseas in Portugal and Israel, as well as with the WNBA's Charlotte Sting and Houston Comets; and

WHEREAS, she coached for three seasons at UCLA, eight seasons at LSU, and four seasons at Georgia Tech; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Butts was serving as the head coach of the Georgetown University basketball team at the time of her passing; and

WHEREAS, she was highly regarded in the basketball community and was known as a coach who expected excellence and cared deeply for her players; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized by dedicating a road in her memory.

PART V

WHEREAS, Dr. Roy Charles Bell was born in North Little Rock, Arkansas, on August 31, 1926, and graduated from Howard University and Howard University Dental School; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Bell was one of the first African Americans to practice dentistry in Atlanta and in 1964 he filed a lawsuit that led to the end of segregation of the Georgia Dental Association and, subsequently, the American Dental Association; and

WHEREAS, a leader during the Civil Rights movement, Dr. Bell served as a special projects coordinator for the Southern Christian Leadership Conference; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating a bridge in his memory.

PART VI

WHEREAS, Dr. Esco Hall, Jr., was born into a sharecropping family in Wheeler County, Georgia, and graduated as valedictorian of his 1966 class at Wheeler County High School; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Hall's love of agriculture began at a young age through his involvement with the New Farmer's Association and Future Farmer's Association, leading him to become one of the first two black students to graduate with a doctorate in veterinary medicine from the University of Georgia in 1973; and

WHEREAS, he served counties across southeast Georgia as a large and small animal veterinarian for over 46 years as the sole proprietor of Appling Animal Hospital; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Hall made history once again in 1982 by being elected the first black city councilmember of Baxley City Council, a post he held for 36 years until his untimely passing in 2019; and

WHEREAS, he 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 superlative service as mayor pro tem for the last 12 years of his service on the city council; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Hall embodied the spirit of service and it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating a road in his memory.

PART VII

WHEREAS, Mr. Bobby Blackwell was born in Homer, Georgia, on April 9, 1924, the beloved son of Lon B. and Alice Hill Blackwell; and

WHEREAS, our nation's security continues to rely on patriotic men and women who put their personal lives on hold in order to place themselves in harm's way to protect the freedoms that all United States citizens cherish; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Blackwell demonstrated a deep personal commitment to protecting democracy and a willingness to sacrifice his own personal safety and comfort to ensure the well-being of his fellow man; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Blackwell served as a guardian of this nation's freedom and liberty with the United States Army Air Force during World War II; and

WHEREAS, as a sergeant during the war, Mr. Blackwell was assigned to the 314th Depot Supply Squadron at the Bengal Air Base in Calcutta, India; and

WHEREAS, upon his return home, Mr. Blackwell continued to serve his country as a rural mail carrier with the United States Postal Service in Lula, Georgia, for 34 years and as an assistant magistrate judge in Banks County for more than 30 years; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Blackwell was an active member of Homer Baptist Church, where he was on the Sunday School Celebration Committee, and the American Legion Post #215, Phi Delta Masonic Lodge #148, Banks County Chamber of Commerce, and Banks County Soil Conservation; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Blackwell demonstrated selfless service to this nation and his unyielding commitment to protecting the people and ideals of the United States should be recognized appropriately by dedicating a road in his memory.

PART VIII

WHEREAS, Nolan Sental Smith, Jr., was born on January 18, 2001, in Savannah, Georgia, and has shown the world what it means to dream big, work relentlessly, and rise above every challenge in pursuit of greatness; and

WHEREAS, from his early days on the football field in youth leagues to his standout performances at IMG Academy and Calvary Day School, Mr. Smith's passion for the game of football and unwavering determination have been evident in every play he has made, earning him admiration and respect from coaches, teammates, and fans alike; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Smith's time at the University of Georgia was nothing short of remarkable, where his relentless work ethic, leadership, and dedication to his football team helped secure two College Football Playoff National Championships, a testament to his commitment to excellence and his pivotal role in the success of the Georgia Bulldogs; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Smith's dream of playing in the NFL became a reality when he was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the first round of the 2023 NFL draft, representing not only his talent but the power of perseverance, hard work, and faith in himself; and

WHEREAS, beyond the field, Mr. Smith is deeply committed to using his platform and influence to make a meaningful impact in his community and beyond, striving to be more than just a football player, but a role model, leader, and change-maker who inspires others to dream big, work hard, and give back to those who need it most; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Smith has touched countless lives through his dedication to inspiring and mentoring others, particularly through the Nolan Smith Foundation, which uplifts young athletes, providing them with the guidance to overcome obstacles, achieve their goals, and positively impact their communities; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Smith's story is not just one of athletic triumph, but a testament to the power of resilience, humility, and the profound impact one person can have on the lives of those around them, especially through his support of his family and their shared journey together; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating a bridge in his honor.

PART IX

WHEREAS, Mother Essie Frankie Mae Stegall Arnold was born on April 10, 1930, in Newnan, Georgia, the beloved daughter of Essie Mae and Milton Stegall; and

WHEREAS, a woman of deep and abiding faith, Mother Arnold was a faithful and active member of Saint John A.M.E. Church, where she served as a stewardess, an officer of the steward board, and class leader and member of the missionary board society; and

WHEREAS, she gave inspiration to many through her high ideals, morals, and deep concern for her fellow citizens, and the devotion, patience, and understanding she demonstrated to her family and friends were admired by others; and

WHEREAS, she was a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness, and by the example she made of her life, she made this world a better place in which to live; and

WHEREAS, Mother Arnold was known for her gardening talents and "green thumb," impressing her Fairburn community neighbors with her impressive yard and earning her yard of the year recognition on numerous occasions; and

WHEREAS, she was recognized with numerous awards and honors, including a Housing Authority Honors Award, Lawrence and Frankie Arnold Parents of the Year Award in 2001, a Crown Peace Award, and a Christian City Service Award; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized by dedicating a road in her memory.

PART X

WHEREAS, born on July 3, 1937, in Fairburn, Georgia, Mayor Betty Hannah served the City of Fairburn for more than 28 years as a city council member and as mayor, dedicating herself to the improvement and development of the city; and

WHEREAS, as the first female and longest serving mayor of the City of Fairburn, Mayor Hannah focused on Fairburn's downtown area during her distinguished tenure, recognizing and preserving the character of the city's original transportation district and banking community as well as its proximity to the CSX railroad; and

WHEREAS, in 2008, the city dedicated a building to Mayor Hannah in its newly built education campus, a project she was instrumental in developing; and

WHEREAS, Mayor Hannah gave inspiration to many through her high ideals, morals, and deep concern for her fellow citizens, and the devotion, patience, and understanding she demonstrated to her family and friends were admired by others; and

WHEREAS, she was a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness, and by the example she made of her life, she made this world a better place in which to live; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized by dedicating a road in her memory.

PART XI

WHEREAS, Mrs. Ruby Floyd Grogan was born in Heardsville, Georgia, on August 23, 1920, the beloved daughter of W.R. Floyd and Ethel Roper Floyd; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Loy James Grogan was born in Dawsonville, Georgia, on January 5, 1914, the beloved son of Roscoe Lafayette Grogan and Lona Fouts Grogan; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Grogan established L.J. Grocery in 1934 and after the two were united in love and marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Grogan ran the daily operations of the store; and

WHEREAS, over the years, L.J. Grocery became an institution of the community in Matt, Georgia, providing necessary groceries and gasoline to an underserved community; and

WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Grogan exhibited extraordinary devotion and compassion to their neighbors, often providing food at no cost to families in need; and

WHEREAS, as pillars of their community, it is abundantly fitting and proper that these remarkable and distinguished Georgians be appropriately recognized by dedicating an intersection in their memory.

PART XII

WHEREAS, Mr. Zera D. Storey 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 Georgia; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Storey was born on December 6, 1904, in Brooks County, Georgia, the eldest son of David Storey and Letha Touchton, and he moved to Cook County, Georgia, in 1920; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Storey was raised in a sharecropper's house by his parents, growing up with very little schooling and working as a farmer and business entrepreneur until his retirement; and

WHEREAS, he was respected and admired by the people of Cook County, Georgia, sharing labor with local farmers and becoming well known for his willingness to meet the needs of others; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Storey's life of strength, courage, service, and perseverance serves as an inspiration to all Georgians, and he will be remembered as a man of great faith, humor, and warmth, always quick to champion what was right and to speak out against what was wrong, his solid integrity was a moral strength to all who knew him; and

WHEREAS, he was a devoted member of the Church of Christ in Adel, Georgia, where he gave of his time, talents, gifts, and prayers; taught Bible classes for over 40 years; was an active song leader; and participated in many gospel singing events and graveside memorials; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating an interchange in his memory.

PART XIII

WHEREAS, our nation's security continues to rely on patriotic men and women who put their personal lives on hold in order to place themselves in harm's way to protect the freedoms that all United States citizens cherish; and

WHEREAS, United States military veterans have demonstrated a deep personal commitment to protecting democracy and a willingness to sacrifice their own personal safety and comfort to ensure the well-being of their fellow man; and

WHEREAS, they have served as guardians of this nation's freedom and liberty and have diligently and conscientiously undergone intensive and rigorous training in order to serve their country with honor and distinction during times of war and peace; and

WHEREAS, it is important that veterans are thanked for their selfless service to this nation and honored for their unyielding commitment to protecting the people and ideals of the United States; and

WHEREAS, veterans embody the spirit of service, willing to find meaning in something greater than themselves, and it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments and sacrifices of these remarkable and distinguished Americans be honored appropriately.

PART XIV

WHEREAS, Mrs. Emma Lou Stover 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 for Gilmer County and Georgia; and

WHEREAS, Mrs. Stover has worked for many years with the Ellijay Lions Club, where she spearheaded fundraisers to provide financial assistance for surgeries for the visually impaired, buying and wrapping Christmas gifts for the less fortunate, and providing college-level scholarships for the area's brightest students; and

WHEREAS, in 1989, she founded the Special Friends Program to support individuals with mental and physical disabilities in Gilmer County and the surrounding areas; and

WHEREAS, this distinguished gentlewoman has given inspiration to many through her high ideals, morals, and deep concern for her fellow citizens, including as a steadfast advocate for veterans and active duty members of the military through participation with the annual community Veterans Day parade; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating a bridge in her honor.

PART XV

WHEREAS, Mr. David Allen Donley devoted his life to bringing music to the community of Holly Springs and Hickory Flat, leaving behind a legacy of honesty, integrity, and kindness; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Donley opened his store, Donley's Music, in 1996 at the corner of Bells Ferry Road and Highway 92, before moving the store to Holly Springs in 2006, and finally to the store's current location on Hickory Flat Highway in 2008; and

WHEREAS, his store became a destination for musicians of all skill levels, providing a sense of community to those who visited through bluegrass jams, music lessons, and other community oriented programs; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Donley's faithfulness, generosity, and commitment to his hundreds of students, particularly those from disadvantaged and low-income backgrounds, often led him to provide guitars to those in need, sponsor guitar clubs, and complete lessons or instrument repairs for those who could not pay, which he saw as an investment in students' lives; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Donley's spirit and love for music has inspired many members of the Holly Springs and Hickory Flat communities to become better musicians and better people, including Bryce Leatherwood, the 2022 winner of The Voice, who cited Mr. Donley as one of his greatest inspirations; and

WHEREAS, beyond his love for music, Mr. Donley is remembered as an avid fisherman who found enjoyment in sharing his hobby with others; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Donley will be forever remembered as a loving husband, father, and beloved citizen of Cherokee County and it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating a road in his memory.

PART XVI

WHEREAS, Mr. Lamar Hudgins 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 Georgia; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Hudgins graduated from the U.S. Army Engineer School and served as a guardian of this nation's freedom and liberty with the U.S. Army from 1965 to 1968 in the role of construction surveyor in an engineering battalion; 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 superlative service with Dougherty County, Georgia; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Hudgins served with honor and distinction on the Albany Board of City Commissioners before dedicating 28 years to the Dougherty County Board of Commissioners, standing as the longest serving commissioner in the county's history; and

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

WHEREAS, Mr. Hudgins's leadership has been invaluable to numerous organizations, including the Board of Managers for the Association County Commissioners of Georgia and the Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating an intersection in his honor.

PART XVII

WHEREAS, Mr. William A. Fickling, Jr., has long been recognized for his contributions to this state and leadership in the financial and healthcare industries; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Fickling graduated from Auburn University, where he was a three-year starting forward on the basketball team, was named to the school's "Team of the Decade" for the 1950's; and as a member of the school's track team, won the Southeastern Conference high hurdle championship two times; and

WHEREAS, he serves as chairman of the Mulberry Street Investment Company, a diversified family management company headquartered in Macon, Georgia; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Fickling has served as Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Beech Street Corporation, President and Chairman of Charter Medical Corporation, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta; and

WHEREAS, he has been recognized with numerous honors and awards, including the 1985 Walter Gilbert Award from Auburn University, the Distinguished Alumnus Award of the Auburn School of Business, Award for Management Excellence and Achievement from the University of Georgia, Business Executive of the Year by the Georgia Security Dealers Association, and a Gold Award from The Wall Street Transcript; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating a bridge in his honor.

PART XVIII

WHEREAS, Mr. Benjamin R. Polote, Sr., 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 Georgia; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Polote established Polote Homebuilders in 1970 and became a fixture in the construction industry in Savannah, Georgia, providing quality homes for the area; and

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

WHEREAS, in the last 55 years, the Polote Corporation has grown from a home builder to an early graduate of the government's 8a program, completing and participating on projects from Georgia to California that range from $450,000 to over $1.2 billion; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Polote has been recognized with numerous honors and accolades, including recognition by the Georgia Minority Supplier Diversity Council with a Blue Legend Award, a distinction reserved for those who have exemplified excellence in deed and works; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating an intersection in his honor.

PART XIX

WHEREAS, Coach Carl Middleton was a pillar of the Alfred Ely Beach High School athletic program for over four decades and he dedicated his life to uplifting and inspiring young athletes to achieve their dreams; and

WHEREAS, during his tenure at Alfred Ely Beach High School, Coach Middleton led athletes as a basketball coach, softball coach, head football coach, track and field coach, and athletic director; and

WHEREAS, his 1967 men's track team placed second in the state and set a 440-relay team record that lasted over ten years, while his women's track teams won twelve city championships, six region championships, and placed in the top ten at state championships on four occasions; and

WHEREAS, as coach of the men's junior varsity basketball team, Coach Middleton amassed an incredible career record of 154-10; and

WHEREAS, he was recognized as Coach of the Year six times by the Georgia High School Association, was inducted into the Greater Savannah Athletic Hall of Fame, and was further honored with the establishment of the Carl Middleton Male Athlete Award to annually honor Alfred Ely Beach High School's most outstanding male athlete; and

WHEREAS, Coach Middleton served as a role model to countless young athletes who have gone on to make contributions both in the field of athletics and in their communities and it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating a bridge in his memory.

PART XX

WHEREAS, the Honorable Susan Holmes 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, a seventh generation citizen of Jasper County, Georgia, Representative Holmes was raised on a cotton farm in the community of Farrar in northern Jasper County, graduated from Monticello High School, and earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, she has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of her time, talent, and energy to the citizens of Butts, Jones, and Monroe counties since 2010 as the State Representative for House District 129; and

WHEREAS, Representative Holmes serves as vice chairman of the Agriculture and Consumer Affairs and Special Rules committees, as secretary of the Energy, Utilities, and Telecommunications and Legislative and Congressional Reapportionment committees, and as a member of the Economic Development and Tourism Committee; and

WHEREAS, prior to her service in the Georgia House of Representatives, she served as mayor of the City of Monticello for 12 years, serving as the first female mayor for the city; and

WHEREAS, Representative Holmes has been recognized with numerous honors and awards, including Monticello-Jasper County Citizen of the Year by the Chamber of Commerce, 100 Most Influential Georgians by Georgia Trend Magazine, Northeast Georgia's Most Outstanding Citizen, and the Georgia Downtown Association's Outstanding Leadership Award; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized by dedicating a road in her honor.

PART XXI

WHEREAS, Ms. Rachel Hodge was highly regarded by the citizens of her community and state and by local government officials as a person of unquestioned integrity with a commitment to serving others; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Hodge was born in St. Marys, Georgia, the beloved daughter of Christopher and Melissa Crosby Hodge and graduated from Camden County High School; and

WHEREAS, as the daughter of a law enforcement officer with the Department of Natural Resources, Ms. Hodge grew up to follow in her father's footsteps to serve as an Emergency 9-1-1 Communications Officer with the Camden County Sheriff's Office; and

WHEREAS, she exhibited extraordinary devotion to duty, outstanding loyalty, fine leadership, and meticulous attention to detail in all her duties; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Hodge's life was tragically cut short on April 18, 2020, on her way home from work; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating an intersection in her memory.

PART XXII

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AND ENACTED BY THE GENERAL

ASSEMBLY OF GEORGIA that the portion of State Route 139/Riverdale Road from Church Street to Garden Walk Road in Clayton County is dedicated as the Honorable Valencia Seay Highway.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the intersection of State Route 139/Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard and Lee Street Southwest in Fulton County is dedicated as the Senator Vincent D. Fort Memorial Intersection. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the bridge on State Route 100 over Turkey Creek in Carroll County is dedicated as the Masen "Mase" McIntyre Memorial Bridge.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the portion of State Route 49 from the Milledgeville Bypass SR 29/US 441 to the Macon Bibb County line in Baldwin County is dedicated as the Latasha R. Butts Memorial Highway.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the bridge on Interstate 85/Interstate 75 over Edgewood Avenue Southeast in Fulton County is dedicated as the Dr. Roy Charles Bell Memorial Bridge.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the portion of State Route 15 from mile point 76.17 to 76.716 in Appling County is dedicated as the Dr. Esco Hall, Jr. Highway. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the portion of State Route 51 from Hill Street to State Route 164 in Banks County is dedicated as the World War II Veteran Bobby Blackwell Memorial Drive.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the bridge on Interstate 95/State Route 405 at State Route 204/Fort Argyle Road in Chatham County is dedicated as the Nolan S. Smith, Jr. Bridge.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the portion of State Route 92 from State Route 29 to Bay Street in Fulton County is dedicated as the Mother Frankie Mae Arnold Memorial Highway.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the portion of State Route 29 from State Route 138 to State Route 74 in Fulton County is dedicated as the Mayor Betty Hannah Memorial Highway.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the intersection of State Route 369 and Bannister Road in Forsyth County is dedicated as the Ruby and Loy Grogan Memorial Intersection.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the interchange of Interstate 75 and Springhill Road in Cook County is dedicated as the Zera D. Storey Memorial Interchange. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the entire portion of State Route 206 in Coffee County is dedicated as Veterans Perimeter Road.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the bridge on State Route 52 East over Owl Town in Gilmer County is dedicated as the Emma Lou Stover Bridge. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the portion of State Route 140 from Darnell Road to East Cherokee Drive in Cherokee County is dedicated as the David Allen Donley Memorial Parkway.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the intersection of State Route 234/Gillionville Road and Eight Mile Road in Dougherty County is dedicated as the Lamar Hudgins Intersection.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the bridge on State Route 83 over the Towaliga River in Monroe County is dedicated as the William A. Fickling, Jr. Bridge. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the intersection of State Route 25/U.S. Route 17 and Little Neck Road in Chatham County is dedicated as the Benjamin R. Polote, Sr. Intersection.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the bridge on Interstate 95 over the Ogeechee River Tributary in Chatham County is dedicated as the Coach Carl Middleton Bridge.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the portion of State Route 11 from Maddox Street to West Greene Street in Jasper County is dedicated as the Honorable Susan Holmes Highway.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED that the intersection of State Route 25 Spur/Satilla Bluff Road and Pine Forest Drive in Camden County is dedicated as the Rachel Hodge Memorial Intersection.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Department of Transportation is authorized and directed to erect and maintain appropriate signs dedicating the road facilities named in this resolution.

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 Department of Transportation; to Senator Valencia Seay, Mr. Nolan Sental Smith, Jr., the Grogan family, Mrs. Emma Lou Stover, Mr. Lamar Hudgins, Mr. William A. Fickling, Jr., Mr. Benjamin R. Polote, Sr., and the Honorable Susan Holmes; and to the families of the Honorable Vincent D. Fort; Mr. Masen "Mase" Aubrey McIntyre II, Ms. Latasha R. Butts, Dr. Roy Charles Bell, Dr. Esco Hall, Jr., Mr. Bobby Blackwell, Mother Essie Frankie Mae Stegall Arnold, Mayor Betty Hannah, Mr. Zera D. Storey, Mr. David Allen Donley, Coach Carl Middleton, and Ms. Rachel Hodge.