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House Resolution 128 (AS PASSED HOUSE AND SENATE)
By: Representatives Sholar of the 141st, Post 1, Broome of the 141st, Post 2, and Greene of the 134th



A RESOLUTION

Designating a portion of SR 38 in the City of Climax in honor of Lt. Col. Doyce Ariail; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Lt. Col. Doyce Ariail is well known in the City of Climax, Georgia, where he has lived with his family since he retired from the U.S. Army in 1979, and his leadership and community service have substantially improved the quality of life for his fellow citizens; and

WHEREAS, he is the devoted husband of Ann Newberry and the father of four very fortunate sons who are a great source of pride and enjoyment to him and his wife; and

WHEREAS, he has been a marvelous volunteer, particularly on behalf of programs devoted to youth development and recreation; he is an officer and active member of the Bainbridge Bearcat Booster Club, and has contributed to improvements at Centennial Field; and he was a major resource in the relocation and renovation of the train depot that became the Climax City Hall, the construction of the Climax Ballpark, and the preservation of the gym; and

WHEREAS, in addition to his civic involvements, he has been a dedicated member of the United Methodist Church and generously given his time, talent, and energy in support; and it is most fitting that the contributions of this distinguished citizen be properly honored.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF GEORGIA that the portion of SR 38 which passes through the city limits of the City of Climax, Georgia, be designated the Lt. Col. Doyce Ariail Highway in honor of his service to the community and that the Department of Transportation is authorized to erect and maintain signs so designating that portion of SR 38.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to the Commissioner of Transportation and to Lt. Col. Doyce Ariail.