South Carolina General Assembly
125th Session, 2023-2024

Bill 386


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A senate RESOLUTION

TO CONGRATULATE Joseph Washington UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT, TO COMMEND HIM FOR HIS forty-two YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE, AND TO WISH HIM MUCH HAPPINESS AND FULFILLMENT IN THE YEARS AHEAD.

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate are pleased to recognize Joseph Washington upon the occasion of his retirement from the Isle of Palms Public Works Department; and

Whereas, a native of Mount Pleasant, Mr. Washington is a graduate of Wando High School; and

Whereas, Mr. Washington began his career in with the Isle of Palms Public Works Department as a CDL driver on September 18, 1980; and

Whereas, during his years with the Public Works Department, Mr. Washington operated heavy equipment for debris operations. He oversaw front-loading operations for the city prior to Hurricane Hugo, and he was also in charge of emptying original yellow beach barrels on the beach manually with a tractor pulling a trailer; and

Whereas, over the years, Mr. Washington has worked with exemplary dedication in his roles and has become a respected supervisor who demonstrates loyalty and consistency; and

Whereas, Mr. Washington has three children and two grandchildren; and

Whereas, in his retirement, he looks forward to fishing three days a week and traveling the world; and

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate appreciate the passion and dedication that Mr. Washington has shown in serving the people and the State of South Carolina. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the Senate:

That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, congratulate Joseph Washington upon the occasion of his retirement, commend him for his forty-two years of dedicated service, and wish him much happiness and fulfillment in the years ahead.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Joseph Washington.

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