SJR30 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Gerald O. Dial
Republican
Session: First Special Session 2016
Title: Dellinger, LaFaye, outstanding professional achievement, commended
Summary: Senate Joint Resolution commends LaFaye Dellinger for outstanding professional achievement upon retirement as Mayor of Smiths Station.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, the resolution formally recognizes LaFaye Dellinger's 15 years of service as mayor and her status as the first and only person to hold that office in Smiths Station. It highlights her efforts to maintain open communication with neighboring government entities, her role in partnerships such as Lee County for the Smiths Station Sports Complex, her long-term service on the Planning Commission, and other leadership and professional achievements. It also expresses esteem and best wishes as she retires from public service.

Who It Affects
LaFaye Dellinger – receives formal commendation and recognition for her service and retirement.
Smiths Station community and local government – receive public acknowledgment of longstanding leadership and contributions, which may reinforce community pride and historical record.

Key Provisions
Commends LaFaye Dellinger for outstanding professional achievement and recognizes her retirement as Mayor of Smiths Station.
Notes her 15 years of service and that she is the first and only person to serve as mayor of Smiths Station.
Highlights contributions such as establishing open communication with surrounding municipal entities and Ft. Benning, forming a partnership with Lee County to build the Smiths Station Sports Complex, serving on the Planning Commission since its inception, helping obtain the current city hall, and leadership roles including Chair of the League of Municipalities, CMO and MMO certifications, and Past President of the Ruritan Club.
Conveys esteem and best wishes as she embarks on retirement.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory