SR 212: Honoring Bob Hinkle on his retirement from the Ohio Auditor of State's Office.
The resolution honors Bob Hinkle on his retirement from the Ohio Auditor of State's office. Bob Hinkle has demonstrated dedication to performing his duties with utmost efficiency and competence throughout his four-decade career. He joined the office in 1984 and became Chief Deputy Auditor in 2006. During his tenure, he created an electronic financial statement system and implemented the Data Information and Technology Audit Group. He has received state and national awards for his work with professional organizations. The resolution congratulates Bob Hinkle on his retirement, acknowledging his valuable service to the state and his establishment of a record of personal and professional achievement.
| Oct. 28, 2025 | Adopted |
As Adopted by the Senate
136th General Assembly
Regular Session
Senators McColley, Reineke
A RESOLUTION
Honoring Bob Hinkle on his retirement from the Ohio Auditor of State's Office.
WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to extend special recognition to Bob Hinkle on the occasion of his retirement as the chief deputy auditor for the Ohio Auditor of State's Office; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his distinguished four-decade career, Bob Hinkle has demonstrated an unwavering dedication to performing his duties and fulfilling his responsibilities with the utmost efficiency and competence. Joining the Ohio Auditor of State's Office in 1984, he advanced through various posts to become the chief deputy auditor in 2006, and during his tenure, he was instrumental in the creation of an electronic financial statement system, which was named in his honor, and the implementation of the Data Information and Technology Audit Group. He further distinguished himself through his efforts with several professional organizations, and for his tireless work, he has received many state and national awards; and
WHEREAS, Bob Hinkle is, indeed, a remarkable individual, combining civic concern with selfless initiative to become a dynamic leader in the State of Ohio. Always sincere and energetic, he has given generously of his time and abilities far beyond what was required or expected and has displayed a genuine commitment to improving the quality of life in our society; and
WHEREAS, The enthusiasm and expertise Bob Hinkle has shown in his endeavors have earned him the respect of all those with whom he has been associated. As he retires, he has the satisfaction of knowing that he has provided a valuable service to our state and has established a record of personal and professional achievement that will stand as a hallmark for others to emulate; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That we, the members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, congratulate Bob Hinkle on his retirement and salute him as one of Ohio's finest citizens; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Senate transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to Bob Hinkle.