SR1092: SR1092 Harbison, Senator Ed; recognize and commend

26 LC 112 4135 Senate Resolution 1092 By: Senators James of the 28th, Kemp of the 38th, Wicks of the 34th, Jones II of the 22nd, Harrell of the 40th and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Senator Ed Harbison on his outstanding public service; and1 for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Senator Ed Harbison has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for3 the vital role that he has played in leadership and his deep pe rsonal commitment to the4 welfare of the citizens of Georgia; and5 WHEREAS, he has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of his time,6 talents, and energy toward the betterment of his community and state, as evidenced7 dramatically by his superlative service within the Georgia State Senate; and8 WHEREAS, Senator Ed Harbison's significant organizational and l eadership talents,9 remarkable patience and diplomacy, keen sense of vision, and sensitivity to the needs of the10 citizens of this state have earned him the respect and admirati on of his colleagues and11 associates; and12 WHEREAS, this distinguished gentleman has given inspiration to many through his high13 ideals, morals, and deep concern for his fellow citizens, and he possesses the vast wisdom14 S. R. 1092 - 1 - 26 LC 112 4135 which only comes through experience and the strength of charact er which is achieved15 through overcoming the many challenges of life; and16 WHEREAS, he is a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for17 integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness; and18 WHEREAS, Senator Ed Harbison has served with honor and distinction, and his vision and19 unyielding commitment to the citizens of this state have set the standard for public service;20 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 Senator Ed Harbison for his efficient, ef fective, unselfish, and25 dedicated public service to the State of Georgia; congratulate him upon the grand occasion26 of his retirement; and extend the most sincere best wishes for continued health and27 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 di stribution to Senator Ed30 Harbison.31 S. R. 1092 - 2 -