Tennessee SR 2: Memorials, Recognition - Ashley Mike, Governor's Volunteer Stars Award -

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SENATE RESOLUTION 2
By Niceley

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Ashley Mike on her
receipt of the Governor's Volunteer Stars Award.

WHEREAS, it is fitting that the members of this legislative body should specially
recognize those estimable citizens who have dedicated their time and energies to helping
others; and
WHEREAS, each year, 1.6 million Tennessee volunteers give over 137 million hours of
community service, contributing $3.3 billion to Tennessee's economy; and
WHEREAS, these volunteers are the backbone of our communities, and by donating
their time and talents to fulfill needs that would otherwise go unmet, they embody the spirit of
giving; and
WHEREAS, Ashley Mike, a lifetime resident of Union County, is one such exemplary
person, who is a recipient of the Governor's Volunteer Stars Award in recognition of her
laudable commitment to her community; and
WHEREAS, Ashley Mike currently serves as Secretary of the City of Maynardville Parks
and Recreations Board; and
WHEREAS, she is dedicated to giving back to her community through her passion for
agriculture; she actively volunteers with the Farm Bureau and the Soil Conservation District,
where she conducts educational activities for Farm Day in the Classroom and National
Agriculture Day; and
WHEREAS, Ashley Mike strives to do her part to foster a sense of unity within her home
of Union County; she organizes the Hay Bale Decorating Contest, held for local businesses and
organizations during the Heritage Festival, and the "Light Up UC" campaign in partnership with
the Chamber of Commerce, which invites the community to display Christmas lights; and

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WHEREAS, Ashley Mike is a model citizen; her commitment to helping others through
volunteerism epitomizes the spirit of the Volunteer State, and she should be specially
recognized; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED ELEVENTH GENERAL
ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF TENNESSEE, that we honor Ashley Mike for her outstanding
community leadership, congratulate her as an esteemed recipient of the Governor's Volunteer
Stars Award, and extend to her our best wishes for every future success.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that an appropriate copy of this resolution be prepared
for presentation with this final clause omitted from such copy.