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House Resolution 241
By: Representatives Chastain of the 7
th
, Gambill of the 15
th
, and Efstration of the 104
th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Edgar Land, the 2024 Citizen of the Year; and for other
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purposes.2
WHEREAS, through his lifelong commitment to service, mentorship, and leadership, Edgar3
Land has made a profound and lasting impact on Gilmer County and beyond, resulting in his4
recognition as the 2024 Citizen of the Year; and5
WHEREAS, he is an active member of New Hope Baptist Church, where he serves as a6
deacon and Sunday school teacher, mentors others through Bible studies, and shares his7
musical talents as a pianist; and8
WHEREAS, he extends his service beyond his church by leading Bible studies for residents9
at The Oaks Assisted Living Facility, offering them spiritual guidance and fellowship; and10
WHEREAS, Edgar Land has mentored countless young people throughout the community,11
positively influencing their lives and guiding them toward success and fulfillment; and12
WHEREAS, he has held leadership roles in numerous community organizations, including13
the Ellijay Lions Club and the Rotary Club of Gilmer County, and has served as past14
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president of the Coosawattee Shrine Club, Past Worshipful Master of the Oak Bowery
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Lodge, and Past Grand Master of the Masons in Georgia, the highest office in Masonry; and16
WHEREAS, as further testament to his dedicated service, he was awarded the Scottish Rite17
Mason's 33rd Degree, a distinguished honor achieved by few; and18
WHEREAS, he has additionally overseen impactful programs such as the Georgia Child19
Identification Program (GACHIP), which provides comprehensive child recovery,20
identification, and abduction awareness resources to parents; and21
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable individual be22
appropriately honored during this special time.23
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that24
the members of this body recognize and commend Edgar Land, the 2024 Citizen of the Year,25
as well as extend sincere best wishes for future health, happiness, and success.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 Edgar28
Land.29
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