A senate RESOLUTION

 

TO HONOR AND RECOGNIZE CURTIS M. SINGLETON FOR TWENTY-FIVE YEARS OF DEDICATED AND DISTINGUISHED SERVICE TO LAW ENFORCEMENT IN THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, FOR HIS HONORABLE MILITARY SERVICE, AND FOR HIS CONTINUED COMMITMENT TO PUBLIC SAFETY, ADVOCACY, COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP, AND MENTORSHIP.

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate are pleased to recognize individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and service to the safety, well-being, and advancement of the citizens of this State; and

 

Whereas, Curtis M. Singleton faithfully served for over twenty-five years in law enforcement, demonstrating unwavering dedication, leadership, integrity, and service to the citizens of South Carolina; and

 

Whereas, throughout his distinguished law enforcement career, Curtis M. Singleton rose through the ranks to serve with distinction as chief of police, where he led with professionalism, accountability, and courage, mentored and trained hundreds of law enforcement personnel, and left a lasting impact on public safety and professional development; and

 

Whereas, he was presented with a Lifesaving Award on May 4, 2017, by the Forest Acres Optimist Club, in recognition of his heroic actions in responding to a medical emergency in December 2016, preserving life, placing the safety of others above his own, and demonstrating extraordinary bravery and dedication to duty; and

 

Whereas, a proud combat veteran, he honorably served his country as a member of the United States Army and the South Carolina Army National Guard, including service in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, demonstrating courage, discipline, and selfless service; and

 

Whereas, during his military service, he earned numerous honors and awards, including the Army Achievement Medal, the South Carolina Governor's Unit Citation, the National Defense Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the Armed Forces Reserve Medal with Mobilization Device, and the Army Service Ribbon; and

 

Whereas, he has further distinguished himself through civic and community leadership, serving as a Central Midlands Council of Governments board member, a Columbia Area Mental Health board member, Voter Registration, Elections, and Mobilization Chairman for Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., and Subcommittee Scholarship Chairman for 100 Black Men of Greater Columbia; and

 

Whereas, he has also contributed to leadership development and community enrichment through authorship, including his work, Purple Verses on Gold-Lined Pages: Que3Spire, which reflects his dedication to inspiration, mentorship, purpose, and positive impact; and

 

Whereas, he is devoted to his family as the loving husband of Brittany S. Singleton and the proud father of two children, Jackson and Olivia, whose support has been integral to his years of service; and

 

Whereas, beyond his law enforcement and military service, Curtis Singleton remains committed to advocating for vulnerable populations, promoting dignity, fairness, and accountability, and continuing to inspire others through mentorship and civic engagement. His commitment to serving the community is a lasting example of admirable leadership, sacrifice, and dedication. Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the Senate:

 

That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, honor and recognize Curtis M. Singleton for twenty-five years of dedicated and distinguished service to law enforcement in the state of South Carolina, his honorable military service, and his continued commitment to public safety, advocacy, community leadership, and mentorship.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Curtis M. Singleton.

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