Georgia SR 370: City of Stockbridge; honor

Bill Text

19LC 119 0297
S. R. 370
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Senate Resolution 370
By:  Senators Strickland of the 17th, Jones of the 10th, Tillery of the 19th, Dugan of the 30th
and Kirk of the 13th 
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the City of Stockbridge, Georgia; and for other purposes.
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WHEREAS,  the  City  of  Stockbridge  is  located  in  the  northern  part  of  Henry  County,2
Georgia, which was founded on May 15, 1821; Stockbridge was incorporated as a town in3
1895 and as a city on August 6, 1920; and4
WHEREAS, the motto for the City of Stockbridge is "Where community connects," and this5
is  exemplified  by  its  supportive  economic  development,  excellent  public  services,  and6
fabulous small town hospitably; citizens take pride in the community and quality businesses,7
which are reasons why Stockbridge continues to enjoy tremendous growth; and8
WHEREAS, the City of Stockbridge strives to be the most progressive business and family9
oriented  community  in  metro  Atlanta  and  places  a  focus  on  enhanced  quality  of  life10
initiatives, which promote a sustainable "Live, Work, Play" environment; and11
WHEREAS, the City of Stockbridge strives to provide visionary leadership and superior12
municipal services that enhance the quality of life for citizens while creating a welcoming13
business atmosphere focused on sustainability and expansion of tourism and cultural events;14
and15
WHEREAS, the economic goals of the City of Stockbridge include encouraging a healthy16
mix of commercial, retail, restaurant, and residential uses within the commercial district.17
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body18
honor the City of Stockbridge and celebrate the city's heritage.19
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed20
to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the21
press.22