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Senate Resolution 10EX
By: Senators Walker III of the 20th, Harrell of the 40th, Kirkpatrick of the 32nd, Kennedy
of the 18th, Gooch of the 51st and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Diane Wilush on her outstanding service; and for other
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purposes.2
WHEREAS, Diane Wilush has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital3
role that she has played in leadership and her deep personal commitment to the welfare of4
the citizens of Georgia; and5
WHEREAS, she has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of her time,6
talents, and energy toward the betterment of her community and state, as evidenced7
dramatically by her superlative service as President and CEO of United Cerebral Palsy of8
Georgia and United Cerebral Palsy of South Carolina; and9
WHEREAS, during her distinguished tenure, she has designed and implemented community10
supports and services for children and adults with cerebral palsy and other developmental11
disabilities; and12
WHEREAS, prior to her work with United Cerebral Palsy (UCP), she worked in Florida as13
a social worker and as director of community-based social services for individuals living14
with cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities as well as their families; and15
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WHEREAS, over her decades long career in social services, Diane has further served on a
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number of boards and held voluntary board leadership positions, including the early17
intervention coordinating council in South Florida, Service Providers Association in Georgia,18
and more; and19
WHEREAS, in addition, she has been actively engaged with many UCP national committees20
such as public policy, affiliate services, the UCP Regional Administrators Council, and the21
UCP Professional Council, where she serves as chair; and22
WHEREAS, this distinguished gentlewoman has given inspiration to many through her high23
ideals, morals, and deep concern for her fellow citizens, and she possesses the vast wisdom24
which only comes through experience and the strength of character which is achieved25
through overcoming the many challenges of life; and26
WHEREAS, Diane has served with honor and distinction, and her vision and unyielding27
commitment to excellence will be sorely missed upon the occasion of her retirement; and28
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this29
remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized.30
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body31
recognize and commend Diane Wilush for her lifetime of compassionate, selfless, effective,32
and tireless service; congratulate her upon the grand occasion of her retirement; and extend33
the most sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness.34
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed35
to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Diane Wilush. 36
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