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GA HR1751
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/7/2014
Primary Sponsor
Joe Wilkinson
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AI Summary
- Recognizes and commends Sandy Springs Fire Chief Jack McElfish upon his retirement in October 2014 after a 51-year career in fire and rescue service
- Chief McElfish began his career as a crash rescue firefighter in the U.S. Air Force and served 33 years as a Fire Chief across multiple jurisdictions, including Clayton County, GA; Richmond, VA; Gwinnett County, GA; and Wallingford, CT
- Hired by the City of Sandy Springs in July 2006, he was tasked with creating a full-service Fire and Rescue Department operational by January 1, 2007
- Under his leadership, the department received the "Crown Community" Award from American City & County magazine and the "Heart Safe Community Award" from the International Association of Fire Chiefs; he personally received the 2011 American Heart Association "Mission Award" and was named "Fire Chief of the Year" in 2008, 2009, and 2010
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit a copy of the resolution to Chief McElfish
Legislative Description
McElfish, Chief Jack; retirement; commend
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
3/7/2014
Full Bill Text
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