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SR 385

MEMORIAL-ARTHUR E. WILSON

104th Regular Session Introduced by Steve McClure and 2 co-sponsors

Georgia SR 385 officially recognizes Downtown Atlanta Day to spotlight $5.2B in redevelopment and its economic impact, without creating policy or funding.

Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Steve McClure
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Bill Summary · SR 385

Summary — SR 385

Note: The submitted file appears to combine text from two distinct Senate Resolutions both labeled “SR 385” from different jurisdictions. One is a Georgia Senate resolution recognizing “Downtown Atlanta Day” (March 13, 2025). The other is an Illinois memorial resolution mourning the death of Arthur E. Wilson. Both are non‑binding ceremonial resolutions. This summary treats each separately and then summarizes procedural actions and sponsors.

A — Georgia Senate Resolution SR 385 — “Downtown Atlanta Day” (Read and adopted)

Main purpose

To officially recognize March 13, 2025, as “Downtown Atlanta Day at the state capitol” and to raise awareness of ongoing investments and economic redevelopment efforts in downtown Atlanta.

Key provisions / findings cited

  • Recognizes an independent economic analysis that downtown Atlanta generates $580 million in annual public revenues for Georgia and roughly $30 billion in annual economic impact.
  • Lists major state‑partnered projects: Mercedes‑Benz Stadium, Georgia State University projects, the Signia Hotel, and new state office space.
  • Notes private and public investments and projects, including:
    • Atlanta Ventures / South Downtown: > $100 million invested across 10 contiguous blocks to prepare for 3.5 million visitors expected for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
    • CIM Group — Centennial Yards: an asserted $5 billion redevelopment (highlights: The Mitchell — 304 units; Hotel Phoenix — 292 rooms; Lofts at Centennial Yards South — 162 units; additional hotels and an 8‑acre mixed‑use entertainment hub).
    • The Stitch (Central Atlanta Progress / City of Atlanta): Phase 1 to create ~17 acres of park space atop a platform over the Downtown Connector; estimated to catalyze ~18 million sq ft of development and $9 billion in economic output.
    • Invest Atlanta — Two Peachtree Street Redevelopment: $400 million project including affordable market‑rate apartments.
    • Georgia State University — $107 million campus transformation (with Robert W. Woodruff Foundation support).
  • Cites a downtown investment pipeline totaling ~$5.2 billion, including 7,100 residential units, 840 student beds, 2,240 hotel rooms, 1.7 million sq ft commercial, and 2.3 million sq ft institutional.

Impact / who is affected

  • Primarily ceremonial recognition aiming to spotlight developers, local governments, state agencies, investors, businesses, residents, and visitors involved in downtown Atlanta redevelopment.
  • Encourages continued public‑private partnership and economic development activity; does not create binding policy or funding.

Authorizing action

  • Resolution recognizes the day and authorizes the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies to the public and press.

B — Illinois Senate Resolution SR 385 — Memorial for Arthur E. Wilson

Main purpose

To mourn the passing of Arthur Eugene Wilson (b. Jan 26, 1957; reported passed July 1, 2025) and to extend condolences to his family and community.

Key biographical details cited

  • Born in Jacksonville; son of Leland Eugene Wilson and Alice Mildred Warner.
  • Served in the U.S. Marine Corps.
  • Retired from the Department of Corrections; later worked as a security guard at the Illinois State Capitol.
  • Active NAACP member in Jacksonville and involved in founding local museums.
  • Survived by children (Amber, Adair, Joshua, Arzellus), siblings, grandchildren, nieces and nephews; preceded in death by parents and two brothers.

Impact / who is affected

  • Ceremonial expression of sympathy to Mr. Wilson’s family, friends, and community; no legal effect.

Authorizing action

  • Directs that a suitable copy of the resolution be presented to the family.

Procedural / Timeline Notes (as provided)

  • Introduced / received: April 8, 2025 (document shows multiple read/adopt actions on March 13, April 10, and October 15, 2025).
  • Read & adopted: noted on 2025-03-13 and 2025-04-10; reported enrolled 2025-04-10.
  • Additional procedural entries dated October 14–30, 2025 show the resolution was filed with the Secretary, referred to a Resolutions Consent Calendar, marked “Resolution Adopted,” and had co‑sponsors added (including Illinois Senators Steve McClure and Jason Plummer). Many entries are duplicated in the record.
  • Sponsors listed include Georgia senators (Sonya Halpern, Larry Walker III, Drew Echols, Josh McLaurin, John F. Kennedy) for the Downtown Atlanta resolution and Illinois senators (e.g., Jil Tracy, Steve McClure, Jason Plummer) associated with the memorial; the combined sponsor list reflects the merged record.

Legal effect

Both items are Senate resolutions (ceremonial/expressive). They do not create statutory law, appropriate funds, or change legal rights; they serve to recognize/commemorate and to inform the public.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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