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House Resolution 723
By: Representatives Myles of the 126
th
and Howard of the 129
th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Dr. Giovanni Shumake; and for other purposes.
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WHEREAS, Dr. Giovanni Shumake has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for2
the vital role that he has played in leadership and his deep personal commitment to the3
welfare of the citizens of Georgia; and4
WHEREAS, after retiring from corporate America in 2021, Dr. Shumake followed his deep-5
rooted commitment to community service down a path of leadership, advocacy, and6
empowerment; and7
WHEREAS, upon returning to his hometown of Millen, Georgia, Dr. Shumake recognized8
a need for stronger community advocacy and civic engagement; and 9
WHEREAS, he was elected as a city councilman for District One, where he worked10
diligently to address community concerns, improve local policies, and advocate for economic11
and social development; and12
WHEREAS, he actively serves in several leadership roles across Jenkins County and the13
State of Georgia, including Chair of the Jenkins County Democratic Committee, Chair of14
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Jenkins County Community Works, Chair of Jenkins County Toys for Tots, Member of the
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Jenkins County M.L.K. Committee, Economic Development Chair of the Bulloch County16
NAACP, volunteer with the CSRA Economic Opportunity Authority, Member of Omega Nu17
Lambda National Honor Society, and as an employment consultant with the Georgia18
Vocational Rehabilitation Agency; and19
WHEREAS, his unwavering dedication has made him a pillar of the community, earning him20
respect as a leader who listens, takes action, and fosters meaningful change; and21
WHEREAS, he remains committed to championing the needs of the underserved, ensuring22
that every individual, regardless of their background, has access to resources, opportunities,23
and a brighter future; and24
WHEREAS, he is a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for25
integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness; and26
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this27
remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized.28
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that29
the members of this body recognize and commend Dr. Giovanni Shumake for his efficient,30
effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of Georgia and extend the most31
sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness.32
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized33
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Dr.34
Giovanni Shumake.35
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