HJR58 Summary

• Commends Chief Thomas Mangham on his retirement from law enforcement on February 28, 2013, after a 46-year career.

• Recognizes his 22-year tenure as Chief of the Opelika Police Department beginning October 15, 1991, during which he expanded the department to 84 sworn officers, over 100 civilian personnel, and 53 vehicles.

• Acknowledges major accomplishments including installation of an 800 trunking radio system, consolidation of the jail with Lee County Detention Facility, establishment of a canine unit, implementation of mobile data systems in police units, and creation of the DARE Program with Opelika City Schools.

• Notes his career advancement from Parking Control Officer starting February 1, 1967, service as President of the Alabama Association of Chiefs of Police, and current roles as Chairman of the 911 Board and member of the Implied Consent Board.

• House adopted the resolution on February 21, 2013, and the Senate adopted it on March 5, 2013.