Bill > HJR62

This joint resolution designates a portion of Kentucky Route 2295 (approximately 1.1 miles long, from US Route 27 to East Lakeshore Drive) as a memorial highway honoring four fallen Burnside City Marshals: John Coomer, Hiram Gregory, Charlie Wright, and George Prentice Southwood. The resolution acknowledges the tragic circumstances of their deaths, all of which occurred while attempting to arrest individuals for public intoxication between 1913 and 1948. The Transportation Cabinet is required to erect commemorative signage within 30 days of the resolution's effective date, with signs specifically reading "In Memory of Our Fallen Officers Marshals John Coomer, Hiram Gregory, Charlie Wright & George Prentice Southwood". The resolution highlights the significant sacrifice these law enforcement officers made in service to their community and seeks to permanently memorialize their contributions and ultimate sacrifice.