HR1623: HR1623 Sweat; Fire Chief Tim; 37 years of distinguished service to Clayton County and the State of Georgia; recognize

26 LC 129 1351 House Resolution 1623 By: Representatives Scott of the 76th, Burnough of the 77th, Bell of the 75th, Neal of the 79th, and Douglas of the 78th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Fire Chief Tim Sweat for 37 years of distinguished service1 to Clayton County and the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Fire Chief Tim Sweat has devoted 37 years of his life to the fire service,3 demonstrating extraordinary courage, integrity, and commitment to public safety; and4 WHEREAS, Chief Sweat began his career in 1989 as a volunteer wi th the Jonesboro Fire5 Department, answering the call to serve with dedication and humility; and6 WHEREAS, in January 1999, he joined Clayton County Fire & Emergency Services, where7 he steadily rose through the ranks as Firefighter/EMT, Lieutenant in the Operations Division,8 Captain of the Logistics Division in 2008, Deputy Chief in 2010 , Assistant Chief in 2011,9 Interim Fire Chief in March 2023, and was offi cially appointed Fire Chief on January 7,10 2025; and11 WHEREAS, throughout his career, Chief Sweat has exemplified excellence in leadership,12 strategic management, and emergency response, ensuring that the citizens of Clayton County13 receive the highest standard of fire protection and emergency services; and14 H. R. 1623 - 1 - 26 LC 129 1351 WHEREAS, his professional accomplishments include earning an As sociate of Applied15 Science in Fire Science, a Bachelor of Science in Fire Administration, and graduating from16 the National Fire Academy's Financial Management Program; and17 WHEREAS, he is a Georgia Certified Emergency Manager, holds NPQ Firefighter III18 certification, is a Haz-Mat Technician, and brings additional management experience from19 the private sector-further strengthening the operational readiness and fiscal responsibility of20 the department; and21 WHEREAS, born and raised in Clayton County, Chief Sweat has ded icated his life to22 protecting the very community he calls home, embodying the highest ideals of public service;23 and24 WHEREAS, beyond his professional achievements, he is a devoted husband to his wife,25 Beth, and a proud father of four children, serving as a model of faith, family, and community26 leadership; and27 WHEREAS, Chief Sweat's legacy of service reflects courage under pressure, wisdom in28 leadership, and an unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of every resident of29 Clayton County.30 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that31 the members of this body recognize and commend Fire Chief Tim Sweat for his outstanding32 service, congratulate him on his appointment as Fire Chief of C layton County Fire &33 Emergency Services, and express profound gratitude for his deca des of dedication to34 protecting lives, property, and the future of Clayton County.35 H. R. 1623 - 2 - 26 LC 129 1351 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized36 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Chief37 Tim Sweat.38 H. R. 1623 - 3 -