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GA SR1523
Resolution
Status
Passed
4/21/2010
Primary Sponsor
Vincent Fort
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AI Summary
- Georgia Senate resolution honoring the life and memory of Mr. George Leslie Howell, who passed away on February 2, 2010, and expressing condolences to his family
- Howell was a native of Chattanooga, Tennessee, who earned a bachelor's degree in chemistry from Knoxville College and graduated cum laude from Howard University Law School, going on to a distinguished legal career in Atlanta including roles at Atlanta Legal Aid, several law firms, and as managing partner of Howell & Associates
- Served as general counsel for Zoo Atlanta since its privatization, helped expedite the 2007 zoo bonds, and was instrumental in creating the Neighborhood Arts Center, Atlanta African Film Society, Hammonds House Museum, and the National Black Arts Festival
- Chaired the Paideia School board of trustees from 2001 to 2006, helping establish a long-term facilities plan and launch a capital campaign that raised over $25 million
- Directed the Secretary of the Senate to transmit a copy of the resolution to the Howell family, including his wife Mtamanika, daughters Leslye and Nika, and grandsons George and Gabriel
Legislative Description
Howell, Mr. George Leslie; condolences
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
4/21/2010
Full Bill Text
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