HR1673: HR1673 Jimmy "Lord" Brown Intersection; Chatham County; dedicate

26 LC 39 5061 House Resolution 1673 By: Representatives Gilliard of the 162nd and Stephens of the 164th A RESOLUTION Recognizing Mr. Jimmy "Lord" Brown and dedicating an intersection in his honor; and for1 other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Mr. Jimmy "Lord" Brown has long been recognized for his musical talents and3 unique sound; and4 WHEREAS, he is the founding member and master horn player for Brick, a legendary funk5 and rhythm and blues band whose innovative blend of jazz, funk, and dance has left a lasting6 impact on American music; and7 WHEREAS, Mr. Brown's energy on the saxophone, flute, trumpet, and trombone created the8 unmistakable brass-driven energy behind the band's hits, Dusic, Ain't Gonna Hurt Nobody,9 and Happy; and10 WHEREAS, his music stands as a symbol of funk excellence, cultu ral pride, and musical11 innovation; and 12 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkab le and distinguished13 Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating an intersection in his honor.14 H. R. 1673 - 1 - 26 LC 39 5061 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AND ENACTED BY THE GENERAL15 ASSEMBLY OF GEORGIA that the intersection of State Route 204 and Middleground Road16 in Chatham County is dedicated as the Jimmy "Lord" Brown Intersection.17 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Department of Transportation is authorized and18 directed to erect and maintain appropriate signs dedicating the J i m m y " L o r d " B r o w n19 Intersection.20 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized21 and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution avai lable for distribution to Mr.22 Jimmy "Lord" Brown and to the Department of Transportation.23 H. R. 1673 - 2 -