SR1037: SR1037 Poole, Bessie W.; recognize and commend

26 LC 129 1499 Senate Resolution 1037 By: Senators Davenport of the 17th, James of the 28th, Jones of the 10th and Anderson of the 43rd A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Bessie W. Poole upon her retirement; and for other purposes.1 WHEREAS, Bessie W. Poole has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the2 vital role that she has played in leadership and her deep personal commitment to the welfare3 of the citizens of Georgia; and4 WHEREAS, she has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of her time,5 talents, and energy toward the betterment of her community and state as evidenced6 dramatically by her 23 years of superlative service with Georgia Power Company; and7 WHEREAS, throughout her career as a Senior Support Specialist, Bessie handled countless8 responsibilities with precision and care; and9 WHEREAS, her significant organizational and leadership talents, remarkable patience and10 diplomacy, keen sense of vision, and sensitivity to the needs of the citizens of this state have11 earned her the respect and admiration of her colleagues and associates; and12 WHEREAS, in addition to her work with Georgia Power Company, Bessie has demonstrated13 a lifelong commitment to serving her community through her work with organizations such14 S. R. 1037 - 1 - 26 LC 129 1499 as Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, Big Brothers Big Siste rs of Atlanta, and the15 Salvation Army Harbor Lights Women’s Shelter; and16 WHEREAS, she is a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for17 integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness; and18 WHEREAS, Bessie has served with honor and distinction with Geor gia Power Company,19 and her vision and unyielding commitment to professionalism, kindness, and leadership will20 be sorely missed upon the occasion of her retirement; and21 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this22 remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized.23 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body24 recognize and commend Bessie W. Poole for her efficient, effec tive, unselfish, and25 dedicated service to the State of Georgia; congratulate her upo n the grand occasion of her26 retirement; and extend the most sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness.27 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed28 to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Bessie W. Poole.29 .30 S. R. 1037 - 2 -