HR59 Summary

• Commends Alton R. Woodard for his professional and civic accomplishments introduced by Representative Ontario Tillman.

• Recognizes Woodard's educational background including a Bachelor of Science Degree in Recreation Management from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (1977) and advanced degrees from Austin Peay State University (1985) and University of Alabama at Birmingham (2000).

• Highlights his career progression including roles as Western Electric Company employee, YMCA Aquatics Director in Atlanta, American Red Cross Station Manager with decade of service across multiple states, Hill Crest Hospital Business Development Manager, and first Director of Parks and Recreation for City of Fairfield (1994-2016) and City of Bessemer (2016-present).

• Documents his professional certifications including CPR Instructor, First Aid Instructor, Lifeguard Instructor Trainer, Nationally Certified Pool Operator, and Advanced Open Water SCUBA Diver.

• Notes his memberships and leadership positions on numerous professional and civic boards including Fairfield City Schools Education Advisory Board, Magic City Kiwanis Club, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, and various health and family-focused organizations.