HJR80 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Primary Sponsor: Danny GarrettRepresentative
Republican
Session: First Special Session 2016
Title: Melton, Eugene A., distinguished service, commended
Summary: House Joint Resolution 80 commends Mayor Eugene A. Melton of Trussville for distinguished service and offers best wishes for his future endeavors.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, the resolution formally honors Mayor Eugene A. Melton for his leadership and lists his accomplishments during five terms as mayor, including city growth, creation of the Trussville City School System, a multimillion-dollar city reserve fund, master and road plans, a paid fire department funded by the city, expanded police, cost-saving efforts, disaster recovery leadership, and numerous public works projects. It ends by acknowledging his service and wishing him continued success.

Who It Affects
Mayor Eugene A. Melton – receives formal commendation and public recognition for his service as mayor of Trussville.
City of Trussville residents and local government – benefit from the leadership and improvements cited in the resolution, and from public recognition of the city's achievements.

Key Provisions
Be it resolved that Mayor Eugene A. Melton is highly honored and commended for distinguished service to the City of Trussville.
Acknowledges specific accomplishments: population and economic growth, establishment of the Trussville City School System and Reserve Fund (over $6,000,000), development of the Master Plan and Major Road Plan, creation of the first paid fire department supported by volunteers, expansion of the Police Department, and cost-saving measures.
Recognizes leadership in recovering from the 2003 Cahaba River flood and the 2007-2008 recession and ensuring city services during disasters (e.g., 2011 tornadoes).
Expresses sincere best wishes for continued success in future endeavors.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory