HJR84 Summary

• Honors and commends Chief John Dryden, Chief of Police of the City of Anniston, Alabama, for his dedicated service and outstanding professional achievements.

• Recognizes Chief Dryden's almost 28 years in law enforcement, beginning as a Police Officer in Piedmont, Alabama in 1972, and his service in the United States Marine Corps.

• Acknowledges his education including a Bachelor of Science Degree in Law Enforcement from Jacksonville State University (1975) and graduation from the 151st Session of the FBI Academy (1987).

• Details his career progression through the Anniston Police Department from June 1974, including assignments to Undercover Narcotics, creation of the Special Response Team (1989), and promotion to Chief of Police (May 2002).

• Extends best wishes to Chief Dryden as he enters his well-deserved retirement.