SR597: SR597 Craft, Danah; recognize

26 LC 129 0593 Senate Resolution 597 By: Senators Orrock of the 36th, Wicks of the 34th, Watson of the 11th, Echols of the 49th, Hufstetler of the 52nd and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Danah Craft on her outstanding publi c service as the1 executive director of Feeding Georgia; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Danah Craft has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital3 role that she has played in leadership and her deep personal co mmitment to the welfare of4 the citizens of Georgia; and5 WHEREAS, she has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of her time,6 talents, and energy toward the betterment of her community and state as evidenced7 dramatically by her superlative 15 years of service with Feeding Georgia; and8 WHEREAS, prior to leading Feeding Georgia, Danah had a successful career lobbying at the9 state and federal level, passionately crafting solutions that make life better for everyone in10 Georgia; and11 WHEREAS, Danah's significant organizational and leadership talents, remarkable patience12 and diplomacy, keen sense of vision, and sensitivity to the needs of the citizens of this state13 have earned her the respect and admiration of her colleagues and associates; and14 S. R. 597 - 1 - 26 LC 129 0593 WHEREAS, this distinguished gentlewoman has given inspiration to many through her high15 ideals, morals, and deep concern for her fellow citizens, and she possesses the vast wisdom16 which only comes through experience and the strength of charact er which is achieved17 through overcoming the many challenges of life; and18 WHEREAS, she is a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for19 integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness; and20 WHEREAS, Danah has served with honor and distinction, and her v ision and unyielding21 commitment to Feeding Georgia will be sorely missed upon the occasion of her retirement;22 and23 WHEREAS, in her retirement, Danah continues to serve her commun ity as a longtime24 mentor in Georgia State University's Women Lead program, a member of the Women Lead25 Advisory Council, and as board chair with Cultured Ag; and 26 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this27 remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized.28 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body29 recognize and commend Danah Craft for her efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated30 public service to the State of Georgia, congratulate her upon t he grand occasion of her31 retirement, and extend the most sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness.32 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed33 to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution Danah Craft.34 S. R. 597 - 2 -