HR285 Summary

• Commends Dr. Horace L. Patterson for his recognition by the Willie and Betty Farrior Family Foundation on March 10, 2022, for his contributions to Talladega County community and society.

• Recognizes Patterson's educational credentials including a Bachelor of Theology from Selma University (1972), Bachelor of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Talladega College (1977), Master of Science in Counseling from Jacksonville State University (1983), and two doctoral degrees (1989 and 2019).

• Details Patterson's 48-year pastoral career as Senior Pastor of Mount Canaan Baptist Church in Talladega (since 1974), during which he led the church to build 22 apartments valued at $2 million and a Family Life Center valued at $4 million.

• Highlights Patterson's extensive professional contributions as a Behavior Specialist at the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind, founder and President of Rushing Springs School of Theology, author of eight books, and current Statewide Director of Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind Senior and Family Services.

• Acknowledges Patterson's service to Talladega including 10 years on the City Board of Education (four as first African American President), six terms on City Council, and membership on the Alabama Industrial Relations Council.