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House Resolution 422
By: Representatives Drenner of the 85
th
, Davis of the 87
th
, Tran of the 80
th
, Lewis-Ward of
the 115
th
, Draper of the 90
th
, and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing February 26, 2025, as DeKalb Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.
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WHEREAS, established on December 9, 1822, as Georgia's 56th county, DeKalb County has2
a legacy of progress, economic development, and civic leadership, making it a cornerstone3
of Georgia's cultural and economic landscape; and4
WHEREAS, covering 269 square miles, DeKalb County is strategically positioned between5
Atlanta and Athens, serving as a key corridor for commerce, education, and innovation along6
Georgia's Continental Divide; and7
WHEREAS, DeKalb County is home to world-class educational institutions, including8
Emory University, Agnes Scott College, Oglethorpe University, and Georgia Piedmont9
Technical College, reinforcing its status as a leader in higher education and workforce10
development; and11
WHEREAS, DeKalb County serves as a global hub for healthcare and scientific research,12
housing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Emory Healthcare, and Children's13
Healthcare of Atlanta, while also contributing to Grady Hospital's mission of accessible and14
high-quality healthcare; and15
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WHEREAS, DeKalb County is one of Georgia's most diverse communities, representing
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over 100 nationalities and more than 140 spoken languages, which enriches the county's17
cultural, economic, and social fabric; and18
WHEREAS, DeKalb County is an economic powerhouse, leading in technology, film and19
entertainment, logistics, and advanced manufacturing while also being home to Georgia's20
second-busiest airport, DeKalb-Peachtree Airport; and21
WHEREAS, under the historic leadership of CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson, the first22
African American woman elected as Chief Executive Officer of DeKalb County, the county23
continues to set the standard for strong governance and economic prosperity.24
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that25
the members of this body recognize February 26, 2025, as DeKalb Day at the state capitol,26
celebrating the county's rich history, residents, dynamic diversity, and ongoing commitment27
to innovation, economic development, and excellence in governance.28
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized29
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the30
public and the press.31
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