AL HR492

Commends Nelson Bates for outstanding professional service to Talladega County and the State of Alabama.

Recognizes Bates' 28 years of service in the United States Army and Alabama Army National Guard.

Acknowledges his six years as a firefighter with the City of Talladega Fire Department and service as a Talladega County Sheriff's Department Reserve Deputy.

Honors his employment with the Talladega County Emergency Management Agency since 1999, including his promotion to Deputy Director in 2002 and appointment as EMA Director in January 2003.

Notes his service as Talladega County's Homeland Security Point of Contact, E-911 Board member, and Interim County Administrator.