SR 554: Reeves Jr., Lawrence A.; honor

Senate Resolution 554

By: Senators Halpern of the 39th, Kemp of the 38th, James of the 28th, Anderson of the 43rd and Wicks of the 34th

A RESOLUTION

Honoring Lawrence A. Reeves Jr. for his service and leadership; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Lawrence A. Reeves Jr. honorably served in the United States Air Force from 1964 to 1968, earning an honorable discharge and carrying forward the values of duty, integrity, and leadership throughout his life; and

WHEREAS, as a service-disabled veteran, he has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to empowering fellow veterans, notably through his leadership at Aldridge Services Inc., where he positioned the firm as a viable service-disabled veteran-owned small business in environmental consulting and geotechnical engineering; and

WHEREAS, his distinguished career spans decades of executive leadership, business development, and public service, including roles as President of R&D Environmental Consultants and Director of Business Development at Tri-Tech Associates, where he played a pivotal role in shaping economic opportunities and environmental initiatives; and

WHEREAS, his dedication to uplifting communities is evident in his extensive ministry work, serving as Pastor of Trinity Fellowship Ministries and Outreach Pastor at Cascade United Methodist Church, where he provided spiritual guidance and tangible resources to those in need, particularly the homeless and underserved populations; and

WHEREAS, his contributions extend to education, having served as an instructor at Atlanta Metropolitan College, where he shaped the minds of future leaders in business, management, and administration; and

WHEREAS, his service has been recognized through numerous awards, including the Office of Workforce Development's Outstanding Support and Service Award and his appointment to the Fulton County Private Industry Council Board, among others, demonstrating his lasting impact on workforce development, minority business advancement, and community empowerment.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body honor and commend Lawrence A. Reeves Jr. for his unwavering dedication to service both in uniform and beyond, his exemplary leadership in business and ministry, and his lifelong commitment to fostering economic opportunity and social progress for all. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Lawrence A. Reeves Jr.