Bill Text: GA HR2135 | 2009-2010 | Regular Session | Introduced
Bill Title: Samuel, Ms. Dorestine "Ms. Dee"; commend
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 2-0)
Status: (Passed) 2010-04-21 - House Read and Adopted [HR2135 Detail]
Download: Georgia-2009-HR2135-Introduced.html
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House
Resolution 2135
By:
Representatives Ashe of the
56th
and Kaiser of the
59th
A
RESOLUTION
Recognizing
and commending Ms. Dorestine "Ms. Dee" Samuel; and for other
purposes.
WHEREAS,
Ms. Dorestine "Ms. Dee" Samuel has long been recognized by the citizens of this
state for the vital role that she has played in leadership and her deep personal
commitment to the welfare of her neighbors; and
WHEREAS,
a 53-year resident of Atlanta, Georgia, Ms. Samuel has devoted numerous hours of
her time, talents, and energy to civic organizations and has held numerous
leadership roles in community organizations; and
WHEREAS,
Ms. Samuel's vision and commitment have been instrumental to the Mechanicsville
Civic Association, where she has served as chair of public safety and currently
serves as chaplain; and
WHEREAS,
she serves as treasurer for Neighborhood Planning Unit-V, soliciting funds to
carry on the work of the six communities the unit represents, Adair Park,
Capitol Gateway, Mechanicsville, Peoplestown, Pittsburgh, and Summerhill;
and
WHEREAS,
Ms. Samuel is a past Peace Officer Standard Trainer for Georgia, serving as a
Department of Transportation Enforcement Officer enforcing codes for roads and
highways, transferring violators to prison, and impounding abandoned vehicles on
expressways; and
WHEREAS,
she currently serves as a security officer for the Atlanta Braves at Turner
Field, helping to ensure baseball fans enjoy games in a safe atmosphere;
and
WHEREAS,
a woman with a dynamic personality, Ms. Samuel is known for her trustworthiness,
integrity, intelligence, fairness, and her drive to always aid and support
others; and
WHEREAS,
Ms. Samuel and a neighbor at GE Tower and Lofts Apartments undertook the
challenge to improve the Glenn Street Railroad Bridge by securing lights
underneath the bridge, removing graffiti, cleaning up the surrounding areas,
posting traffic signs, and cleaning up an adjacent empty lot; and
WHEREAS,
she has been recognized with numerous honors and accolades, including a Pillar
of Strength Award from the Atlanta Braves; and
WHEREAS,
as a community activist and role model for people from all generations and walks
of life, she brings honor to the City of Atlanta, the State of Georgia, and our
country; and
WHEREAS,
the passion and efforts of this unbelievably talented woman on behalf of her
community are unparalleled, and it is fitting that this body express its
appreciation to Ms. Samuel for the great credit she reflects on her community
and this state.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of
this body commend Ms. Dorestine "Ms. Dee" Samuel for her outstanding service to
the City of Atlanta and extend to her sincere best wishes for the
future.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Ms. Dorestine
"Ms. Dee" Samuel.
