HR1422: HR1422 Varnadore, Tim; retirement as mayor of Baxley, Georgia; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes Tim Varnadore for his service as mayor of Baxley, Georgia, noting his earlier work as a firefighter for 13 years and a city council member for 20 years. The resolution highlights accomplishments during his time as mayor, including overseeing the city's 150th anniversary and addressing stormwater issues. It formally commends him for his public service, congratulates him on his retirement, and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for him.

• Formally recognizes and commends Tim Varnadore for his public service as mayor of Baxley, Georgia.
• Congratulates Varnadore on his retirement and expresses wishes for his continued health and happiness.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Varnadore.
• Creates no changes to Georgia law, funding, or penalties; it is a symbolic honor rather than a regulatory action.

This resolution directly concerns Tim Varnadore, the retiring mayor of Baxley, Georgia. It has no broader legal effect on other individuals, businesses, or government agencies.

The resolution has no practical legal effect on Georgians statewide; it serves as a formal, public acknowledgment by the Georgia House of Representatives of one local official's career, similar to a certificate of appreciation.

• The resolution's whereas clauses recount Varnadore's background, including 13 years as a firefighter and 20 years on the Baxley city council before becoming mayor.
• The resolved clause formally commends Varnadore for his service and congratulates him on retirement.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to provide Varnadore with a copy of the resolution.

1. 2026-02-19House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-02-19House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-02-19House Hopper (House)

• William Werkheiser (R, HD-157)Primary sponsor
• Steven Meeks (R, HD-178)

• Baxley Georgia
• mayoral retirement
• legislative honor
• local government