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Senate
Resolution 1204
By:
Senators Mullis of the 53rd, Whitehead, Sr. of the 24th, Schaefer of the 50th,
Chance of the 16th, Rogers of the 21st and others
A
RESOLUTION
Commending
Georgia's restaurant industry; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
there are over 20,000 food service and drinking establishments in Georgia,
providing our citizens with nourishment and a relaxing atmosphere in which to
unwind from the daily stresses of their busy lives; and
WHEREAS,
whether it be for a quick bite at lunch for sustenance or a night out on the
town to commemorate a special milestone, Georgians turn to restaurants for
delicious food and gracious hospitality and as a way to celebrate many of life's
most memorable occasions; and
WHEREAS,
Georgia's eating and drinking establishments generate annual sales in excess of
$12 billion and provide more than 375,000 jobs, employing more people than any
other nongovernment sector in the state and making their industry vital to
Georgia's economy; and
WHEREAS,
the Georgia Restaurant Association is an advocacy organization devoted to giving
a voice to the concerns of the state's restaurateurs and food service industry;
and
WHEREAS,
considering the prominent role restaurants play in our culture, it is most
fitting for this body to pay tribute to the invaluable services they provide to
our state's residents and visitors every day of the year.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body join in
commending Georgia's restaurants for the hospitality, comfort, and good times
they provide to our citizens and recognize the important contributions they make
to the state's economy.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to the Georgia Restaurant
Association.