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House Resolution 1449
By: Representatives Adeyina of the 110
th
, Holly of the 116
th
, Okoye of the 102
nd
, Adesanya
of the 43
rd
, and Olaleye of the 59
th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Awet Eyasu on his outstanding public service; and for other
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purposes.2
WHEREAS, Awet Eyasu has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital3
role that he has played in leadership and his deep personal commitment to the welfare of the4
citizens of Georgia; 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 evidenced7
dramatically by his superlative service as part of the Clarkston City Council; and8
WHEREAS, during his distinguished tenure, which includes years of service as vice mayor9
and mayor, he has accomplished and advocated for a $15 minimum wage for city employees,10
a police policy of non-detainment, a "Ban the Box" ordinance for city employment, the11
revitalization of the City of Clarkston's town center, and many more remarkable12
achievements; and13
WHEREAS, Councilman Eyasu's significant organizational and leadership talents,14
remarkable patience and diplomacy, keen sense of vision, and sensitivity to the needs of the15
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citizens of this state have earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues and
16
associates; and17
WHEREAS, he is a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for18
integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness; and19
WHEREAS, Councilman Eyasu has served with honor and distinction, and his vision and20
unyielding commitment to excellence have set the standard for public service; and21
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this22
remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized.23
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that24
the members of this body recognize and commend Awet Eyasu for his efficient, effective,25
unselfish, and dedicated public service to the City of Clarkston, Georgia, and extend the most26
sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness.27
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized28
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Awet29
Eyasu.30
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