HJR84 Alabama 2010 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Randy WoodRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2010

Title

Dryden, John, commended

Summary

Lawmakers commend Chief John Dryden of the Anniston Police Department for nearly 28 years of service and congratulate him on his retirement.

What This Bill Does

This is a ceremonial resolution that officially recognizes and honors Chief Dryden for his professional achievement and dedicated service to the City of Anniston. It highlights his career milestones, including his rise from a police officer to Chief of Police and his leadership roles such as creating the Special Response Team. It offers best wishes for his well-deserved retirement and states that the tribute is a gesture of appreciation; it does not change any laws or policies.

Who It Affects

• Chief John Dryden – receives formal commendation and best wishes upon retirement.
• Residents of the City of Anniston (and the City itself) – benefit from public recognition of their police chief's long service and leadership.

Key Provisions

• Commends Chief John Dryden for an exemplary record of achievement and dedicated service to the City of Anniston.
• Notes retirement after almost 28 years in law enforcement and outlines key career milestones and leadership roles (including creation of the Special Response Team and positions as Commander of multiple divisions).
• Offers the highest tribute, deepest appreciation, and best wishes as he begins his well-deserved retirement.
• States that the resolution is ceremonial and does not create or modify laws or government programs.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory