“I am honoring Matthew Ledbetter, who died recently at age 59. He served as the Forsyth County Tax Commissioner for nearly 21 years.”
“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and the legacy of Matthew Ledbetter, a longtime Forsyth County Tax Commissioner, who passed away unexpectedly on June 27 at the age of 59. A lifelong Georgian and graduate of Forsyth Central High School and the University of Georgia--go Dawgs--Ledbetter dedicated nearly 21 years to public service, after having taken office in 2005 and most recently being reelected to a sixth term in 2024. Matthew will be remembered as a tireless advocate for the people of Forsyth County, known for turning the Tax Commissioner’s Office into a well-oiled machine and building a legendary reputation for customer service. Friends recall his leadership, his wit, and his personality, as he never met a stranger. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Allison, and father to his sons, Evan and Ben. Georgia is grateful for Matthew’s years of dedicated service, and our thoughts and prayers remain with his family and the entire Forsyth County community.”
-
Speech in the House
Signal 43 of 100
Much of this statement went to praise, blame, greetings, routine procedure or general stories rather than reasons, requests or specific points.
See full analysis
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and the legacy of Matthew Ledbetter, a longtime Forsyth County Tax Commissioner, who passed away unexpectedly on June 27 at the age of 59. A lifelong Georgian and graduate of Forsyth Central High School and the University of Georgia--go Dawgs--Ledbetter dedicated nearly 21 years to public service, after having taken office in 2005 and most recently being reelected to a sixth term in 2024. Matthew will be remembered as a tireless advocate for the people of Forsyth County, known for turning the Tax Commissioner’s Office into a well-oiled machine and building a legendary reputation for customer service. Friends recall his leadership, his wit, and his personality, as he never met a stranger. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Allison, and father to his sons, Evan and Ben. Georgia is grateful for Matthew’s years of dedicated service, and our thoughts and prayers remain with his family and the entire Forsyth County community.