HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions R25-03-731 - 03/17/2025 - Historical Mark Program - John MiltonSTATE OF GEORGIA
COUNTY OF FULTON RESOLUTION NO. R25-03-731
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION TO THE
GEORGIA HISTORICAL MARKER PROGRAM FOR INSTALLATION OF A
HISTORICAL MARKER TO HONOR JOHN MILTON
WHEREAS , O.C.G.A. 36-35-3 provides that the governing authority of the City may adopt
clearly reasonable ordinances , resolutions and regulations relating to its property and affairs;
WHEREAS, the Milton Historical Society would like to recognize the life of the City's
namesake , John Milton;
WHEREAS , the Georgia Historical Society erects historical markers for the purpose of
sharing Georgia history with the general public through its Georgia Historical Marker Program
("Program"); and
WHEREAS , the Milton Historical Society is prepared to submit an application to the Georgia
Historical Society to request a Georgia Historical Marker ("Marker") be erected at Milton City Hall
honoring John Milton ;
WHEREAS , the Milton Historical Society is prepared to sponsor and maintain the Marker;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED , that the City Council of the City of Milton does
hereby authorize submission by the Milton Historical Society of an application for a Georgia
Historical Marker to the Georgia Historical Society for consideration .
RESOLVED this jj_ , day of fl, rrb tJi 114 , 2025.
ORGIA
Property Owner Marker Easement
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Address of property
I/We agree to allow the erection of said historical marker for/on this property.
Title of marker
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Property address
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City State Zip code
We further understand and agree that:
I. I/We have been notified by the Georgia Historical Society as to the subject ojlproposed site for said marker
and agree that this is acceptable . It is understood that the marker will not be moved, removed, or altered
in any way without prior notice to the Georgia Historical Society.
2. I/We understand that the historical marker is being erected for the purpose of sharing Georgia history
with the general public and agree to make fully accessible said marker.
3. I/We understand that it is the responsibility of the property owner(s) to notify the Georgia Historical Society
in the event of marker damage , vandalism, or loss. If the marker requires maintenance, the property owner
may contact the Georgia Historical Society at (912)651-2125.
4. I/We understand that upon the sale or transfer of said property, this agreement shall also be transferred and
honored as a binding easement for the said marker and that it is the seller's responsibility to inform the buyer
of this easement.
5. This easement must be filed with the county court house at the expense of the property owner. Additionally,
a copy of the filed easement will be forwarded to the Georgia Historical Society at 104 West Gaston Street,
Savannah, GA 31401.
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