SR869: SR869 Newton, Mayor Craig L. recognize

26 LC 129 1289 Senate Resolution 869 By: Senators Parkes of the 7th, Merritt of the 9th, Parent of t he 44th, Jackson of the 41st, Wicks of the 34th and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Mayor Craig L. Newton; and for other purposes.1 WHEREAS, Mayor Craig L. Newton, of Norcross, Georgia, has long been recognized by the2 citizens of this state for the vital role that he has played in leadership and his deep personal3 commitment to the welfare of the citizens of Georgia; and4 WHEREAS, in November 2017, Mayor Newton made history as the first African American5 mayor elected in Gwinnett County; and 6 WHEREAS, he is currently the longest serving Black mayor in Norcross's history; and7 WHEREAS, a lifelong resident of Norcross, Mayor Newton has dil igently and8 conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of his time, talents, and energy toward the9 betterment of his community; and10 WHEREAS, he has served the City of Norcross for over 20 years, including as Mayor Pro11 Tem on the Norcross City Council as well as numerous prestigious positions with local and12 regional boards; and 13 S. R. 869 - 1 - 26 LC 129 1289 WHEREAS, Mayor Newton's significant organizational and leadership talents, remarkable14 patience and diplomacy, keen sense of vision, and sensitivity to the needs of the citizens of15 this state have earned him the respect and admiration of all who know him; and16 WHEREAS, he is a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for17 integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness; and18 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this19 remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized.20 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body21 recognize and commend Mayor Craig L. Newton for his efficient, effective, unselfish, and22 dedicated public service to the State of Georgia and extend the most sincere best wishes for23 continued health and happiness.24 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed25 to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Mayor Craig L.26 Newton.27 S. R. 869 - 2 -