SR 779: Georgia Building Authority, Garbutt Construction, SG Contracting, Balfour Beatty, and Nelson Architecture Engineers; commend

Senate Resolution 779

By: Senators Walker III of the 20th, Anavitarte of the 31st and Jones II of the 22nd

A RESOLUTION

Commending the Georgia Building Authority, Garbutt Construction, SG Contracting, Balfour Beatty, and Nelson Architecture Engineers for their exemplary work on the restoration and remodeling of the historic Georgia Senate Chamber; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the Georgia Senate Chamber serves as the historic heart of legislative deliberation in the State of Georgia, embodying the dignity, tradition, and democratic values of our great state; and

WHEREAS, the preservation of this hallowed space required a meticulous balance of historic rehabilitation and the integration of 21st-century infrastructure to better serve the citizens of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, the Georgia Building Authority, under dedicated leadership, provided the vision and oversight necessary to ensure this complex project was executed with the highest standards of stewardship for public resources; and

WHEREAS, the joint venture of Garbutt Construction, SG Contracting, and Balfour Beatty demonstrated unparalleled technical expertise and craftsmanship, navigating the unique challenges of a historic landmark to deliver a project of lasting quality; and

WHEREAS, Nelson Architecture Engineers provided the essential design and engineering brilliance required to restore the Chamber's original aesthetic splendor while modernizing its functional capabilities for future generations; and

WHEREAS, the collaborative efforts of these firms have resulted in a Senate Chamber that honors its past while providing a state-of-the-art environment for the legislative process, ensuring the Capitol remains a vibrant "working museum" for all Georgians.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body commend the Georgia Building Authority, Garbutt Construction, SG Contracting, Balfour Beatty, and Nelson Architecture Engineers for their extraordinary contributions to the restoration of the Georgia Senate Chamber and convey their heartiest regards for a job well done.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the Georgia Building Authority, Garbutt Construction, SG Contracting, Balfour Beatty, and Nelson Architecture Engineers.