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RESOLUTION IN HONOR AND APPRECIATION OF JUDGE CLARENCE E. HORTON JR. WHEREAS, Judge Clarence E. Horton, Jr. was appointed to the North Carolina Court of Appeals by Governor James B. Hunt, Jr. in December 1997, having served as District Court Judge for the 19A Judicial District of the State of North Carolina since January 1981; and WHEREAS, Judge Horton served the citizens of this county as District Court Judge for 16 years in an exemplary manner, providing experience and sound judgment with unfailing integrity, dignity and thoughtful reflection; and WHEREAS, Judge Horton is well-known in the community as a respected historian, author and legal teacher; and WHEREAS, Judge Horton has consistently demonstrated the diligence and willingness to devote himself fully to collecting and preserving the history of Cabarrus County for future generations; and WHEREAS, Judge Horton has endeavored to inspire interest and pride in our heritage through his involvement with many special historical celebrations, serving as Co-Chair of the Cabarms County Bicentennial Committee, organizing a year-long celebration in 1992, and as Chair of the Concord Bicentennial Committee, organizing a month-long celebration in April 1996. WHEREAS, Judge Horton served as District Court Judge with devotion and distinction and has offered his time and talents to many civic and community organizations, enriching us all. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners expresses deep gratitude and sincere appreciation to Judge Clarence E. ltorton, Jr. for his distinguished and dedicated service to the citizens of Cabarrus County and extends best wishes to him for continued success in all his future endeavors. Adopted this the 18m day of May, 1998. Sue B. Casper, Chair Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners