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MS SC523

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

1/30/2012

Primary Sponsor

Bill Stone

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Origin

Senate

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Gilroy Bails, Sr., the first African-American Alderman for the City of Ripley, Mississippi, died December 19, 2011
  • Served as Ward 3 Alderman and Mayor Pro Tempore for 25 consecutive years beginning in 1985, under five different Mayors
  • Accomplished major city improvements including establishing the first zoning ordinance and building codes, completing the city sewer system, paving projects, establishing the Main Street Program, and park improvements
  • Survived by his wife of 55 years, five children, five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and numerous other family members
  • Legislature mourns his loss and commends his public service, with resolution to be sent to his family, Ripley city officials, and the Capitol Press Corps

Legislative Description

Commend the public service and mourn the loss of Gilroy Bails, Sr., Alderman for the City of Ripley, MS.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

1/30/2012

Full Bill Text

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