SR1058: SR1058 Williams, Ellen Schornstein; recognize and commend

26 LC 112 4088 Senate Resolution 1058 By: Senators Parent of the 44th, Harrell of the 40th, Jackson of the 41st, Halpern of the 39th, Jones II of the 22nd and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Ellen Schornstein Williams for her outstanding public service;1 and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Ellen Schornstein Williams has long been recognized by the citizens of this3 state for the vital role that she has played in leadership and her deep personal commitment4 to the welfare of the citizens of Georgia; and5 WHEREAS, she has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of her time,6 talents, and energy toward the betterment of her community and state as evidenced by her7 dramatic and superlative service as Chief of Staff for Georgia Senator Elena Parent; and8 WHEREAS, Ellen's significant organizational and leadership talents, keen sense of politics,9 and sensitivity to the needs of t he citizens of this state have earned her the respect and10 admiration of her colleagues and associates; and11 WHEREAS, Ellen is known for her spirited approach to life, incomparable wit, and deeply12 held principals; and13 S. R. 1058 - 1 - 26 LC 112 4088 WHEREAS, Ellen selflessly supports humanitarian and civil right s efforts through14 volunteerism with the International Rescue Committee and the National Center for Civil and15 Human Rights; and16 WHEREAS, she resides in Atlanta with her husband of many years, David, and together they17 are proud parents to Hannah and Benjamin and new grandparents to Sufyan; and18 WHEREAS, she is a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for19 integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness; and20 WHEREAS, Ellen has served with honor and distinction, and her v ision and unyielding21 commitment to the betterment of her state have set the standard for public service; and22 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this23 remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized.24 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body25 recognize and commend Ellen Schornstein Williams for her effici ent, effective, unselfish,26 and dedicated public service to the State of Georgia and extend the most sincere best wishes27 for continued health and happiness.28 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed29 to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Ellen Schornstein30 Williams.31 S. R. 1058 - 2 -