AL HJR270

Posthumously honors Willie James Perry, known as the "Batman of Birmingham," for his humanitarian service to the community from the late 1970s through early 1980s.

Recognizes Perry's charitable acts including providing roadside rescue assistance with flat tires and gas, giving free rides to elderly residents to doctors and pharmacies, and offering community children free rides in his customized 1971 Thunderbird "Rescue Ship."

Notes Perry was featured on national television in 1982 and met Michael Jackson, and that Mayor Richard Arrington designated August 3 as "Willie Perry Day" in 1982.

Acknowledges Perry died in 1985 but recognizes ongoing efforts to restore the Rescue Ship and preserve his legacy as part of Birmingham's cultural history.

Directs that a copy of the resolution be provided to the Birmingham City Council for appropriate presentation and display.