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Frank Baker, Family Readiness Coordinator for Savannah’s 165th Airlift Wing was selected as the State Employee of the Year for Georgia for 2002. Baker was presented the award by Governor and Mrs. Sonny Perdue at official ceremonies held recently in Atlanta. Accompanying Baker at the award presentation was Major General David B. Poythress, Georgia’s Adjutant General, Major General William Searcy, Commander of the Georgia Air National Guard, Brigadier General Terry Nesbitt, Commander of the Georgia Army National Guard and Colonel Steven Westgate, Commander of the 165th Airlift Wing in Savannah. Baker was recognized for his contributions in the category of community service, one of seven categories for the State honor. Nominated by co-workers, Baker, as Family Readiness Coordinator is instrumental in assisting families of Georgia National Guardsmen deployed around the world.