23 LC 112 1716 House Resolution 16EX By: Representatives Kennard of the 101 st , Reeves of the 99 th , Park of the 107 th , Hong of the 103 rd , and Romman of the 97 th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Marc Cohen on his outstanding public service; and for other 1 purposes.2 WHEREAS, Marc Cohen has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital3 role that he has played in municipal governance as well as his deep personal commitment to4 the welfare of his fellow citizens; 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 demonstrated by his7 years of superlative service as Mayor Pro Tem for the City of Sugar Hill, Georgia; and8 WHEREAS, he has further served as chair of the Sugar Hill Arts Commission since 2014 and9 actively participated in various civic and professional organizations at the local and state10 levels; and11 WHEREAS, Marc Cohen's significant organizational and leadership talents, remarkable12 patience and diplomacy, keen sense of vision, and sensitivity to the needs of the citizens of13 this state have earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues and associates; and14 H. R. 16EX - 1 - 23 LC 112 1716 WHEREAS, he is an honest and dedicated public servant who strives for excellence in all 15 of his endeavors with a primary concern for the efficient functioning of local government;16 and17 WHEREAS, through his vital role in the development of the Sugar Hill downtown area, the18 Eagle Theater, the Bowl at Sugar Hill, and multiple parks, he has demonstrated a sincere19 commitment to community development during his distinguished tenure; and20 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this21 remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized.22 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that23 the members of this body recognize and commend Marc Cohen for his efficient, effective,24 unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of Georgia and extend the most sincere25 best wishes for continued health and happiness.26 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized27 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Marc28 Cohen.29 H. R. 16EX - 2 -