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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 76
BY SENATOR CLAITOR
A RESOLUTION
To commend Lucille "Lucy" H. McDonald on forty-two years of service with the Louisiana
Department of Education.
WHEREAS, Lucille "Lucy" H. McDonald began her career with the Louisiana
Department of Education in 1975; and
WHEREAS, she was hired immediately on her first interview by the deputy
superintendent of management and finance, George Benton, as his executive secretary; and
WHEREAS, due to her expertise and outstanding performance, Lucy has held that
position for the past forty-two years, working with many administrations and deputy
superintendents of finance; and
WHEREAS, Lucy is well known for her intellect and unquestionable work ethic; and
WHEREAS, giving her work her full attention, she has remained steadfast and
dedicated to always ensuring tasks are performed timely and accurately; and
WHEREAS, during her tenure, Lucy has been loyal and dedicated, willing to go the
extra mile, and share her knowledge and expertise with others; and
WHEREAS, she conducts herself in the most cordial, concise, and compassionate
manner possible, and presents a kind demeanor in every situation; and
WHEREAS, at the age of eighty-five, Lucy decided to retire and spend time with her
six sons and their families; and
WHEREAS, Lucille "Lucy" H. McDonald will always remain an inspiration to her
fellow citizens for the vital contributions she has made throughout her forty-two years of
effective public service with the Louisiana Department of Education.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana
does hereby commend Lucille "Lucy" H. McDonald upon her forty-two years of
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extraordinary public service and congratulate her on the occasion of her retirement from the
Louisiana Department of Education.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to
Lucille "Lucy" H. McDonald.
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE
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