BY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA A PROCLAMATION UTILITY CONTRACTORS SAFETY DAY WHEREAS: The utility construction industry plays a significant role in the economic health and development of our state and its infrastructure; and WHEREAS: Safety has become a vital part of the utility construction industry and its presence has contributed greatly to the dynamic growth and progress of our state; and WHEREAS: There are more than 1,000 utility contractor companies in Georgia with high principles and standards of excellence among contractors in construction; and WHEREAS: Utility contractors in Georgia will join with organizations throughout the state in providing employers and employees with information, guidance, and access to safety training resources that will help protect their health and safety; now THEREFORE: I, NATHAN DEAL, Governor of the State of Georgia, do hereby proclaim March 19, 201 5, as UTILITY CONTRACTORS SAFETY DAY in Georgia. In witness thereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the Executive Department to be affixed this 1Oth day of March in the year of our Lord two thousand fifteen. ATTEST GOVERNOR CHIEF OF STAFF