H 5145

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026
Bill 5145
Indicates Matter Stricken
Indicates New Matter
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A house RESOLUTION
TO RECOGNIZE AND CELEBRATE THE COLUMBIA GARDEN CLUB
ON THE OCCASION OF ITS CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY AND TO HONOR ITS SIGNIFICANT
CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE BEAUTIFICATION AND ENRICHMENT OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA AND
THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA.
Whereas, the South
Carolina House of Representatives is pleased to learn that the Columbia Garden
Club, founded in 1926, is proudly celebrating one hundred years of service in
2026; and
Whereas, for a century,
the Columbia Garden Club has been dedicated to enhancing Columbia's natural
beauty and fostering a deeper appreciation for gardening, conservation, and
civic pride; and
Whereas, the members of
the Columbia Garden Club have generously volunteered their time, resources, and
talents to improve public spaces and historic landmarks throughout the city and
State; and
Whereas, among the
club's notable and enduring contributions are adorning the state Christmas tree
and decorating the South Carolina Governor's Mansion for the Christmas season, labors
of love that bring beauty and joy to citizens of this great State and its
visitors alike; and
Whereas, the Columbia
Garden Club has supported and maintained numerous ongoing projects, including
Historic Columbia, Riverbanks Botanical Garden, and the University of South
Carolina Memorial Rose Garden. The club further supports and maintains Blue Star
Memorial Markers, which honor members of the armed forces, and the Fisher
House, which serves military families; and
Whereas, through its
unwavering commitment to beautification, historic preservation, and community
service, the Columbia Garden Club has created a lasting legacy, one that
continues to enhance quality of life in Columbia and throughout South Carolina.
Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:
That the members of the
South Carolina House of Representatives,
by this resolution, recognize and celebrate the Columbia Garden Club on the
occasion of its centennial anniversary and honor its significant contributions
to the beautification and enrichment of the City of Columbia and the State of
South Carolina.
Be it further resolved
that a copy of this resolution be presented to the Columbia Garden Club.
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