MOURNING THE DEATH AND CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF COMMISSIONER W.O. PACE. WHEREAS, we note the death of Commissioner W.O. "Bill" Pace with deep sadness and regret; his immeasurable life is commended and celebrated with great thanksgiving; and WHEREAS, the passing of Commissioner Pace leaves a void in the lives of his loving family, many friends, and the entire community; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Pace was 90-years-old at the time of his passing and is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Helen Monfee Pace; he is also survived by four children and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Pace was born in Deatsville, Alabama, on September 1, 1932, and graduated from Sidney Lanier High School in 1951; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Pace joined the Air Force and served his country as a member of the United States Air Force, serving his country in the Korean War Conflict; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Pace served on the Autauga County Commission and served as Commission Chairman from 1990 until 1994; and WHEREAS, under Commissioner Pace's leadership, many projects to benefit the citizens of Autauga County were started or continued; these projects include the Tenaska plant located in Autauga County, the Robert Trent Golf Trail located in Prattville, the construction of the Autauga Metro Jail, the construction of the Probate Office, and other meaningful projects which continue to enrich the lives of Autauga County citizens; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Pace served as a Board Member for the Department of Youth Services; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Pace leaves a long legacy of leadership and support for the citizens of Autauga County, including serving as a founder of Autauga Academy and as the first football coach at the school; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Pace's legacy of leadership includes his daughter, Judge Joy Pace Booth, following in his footsteps of service to Autauga County by first serving as a District Court Judge for Autauga County and now as a Circuit Court Judge for the 19th Judicial Circuit, which includes Autauga County; and WHEREAS, through the years, Commissioner Pace exhibited tireless dedication and exceptional abilities in his personal life, professional life, and service to the citizens of Autauga County; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Pace was a valued member of the community; although he will be greatly missed, his memory will be cherished in the hearts and minds of all who were fortunate enough to know him; now therefore, B

COMMENDING THE BARON CRITICAL WEATHER INSTITUTE AND ITS FOUNDER, PRESIDENT, AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, BOB BARON.

HJR______ MOURNING THE DEATH OF LIEUTENANT COLONEL (RETIRED) DR. RICHARD GOODWIN.

ALABAMA DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS SUPPORTS NATIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE BANK.

SUPPORTING THE REPAIR AND CONTINUED MAINTENANCE OF WILSON LOCK ON THE TENNESSEE RIVER.

CREATING THE CHRONIC WEIGHT MANAGEMENT AND TYPE 2 DIABETES TASK FORCE.

CONGRATULATING MR. JOEY D. DUMAS FOR WINNING THE 2021 NATIONAL AUTO SPORT ASSOCIATION NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP.

CONGRATULATING KARMIN SCOTT FOR WINNING THE CLASS 1A GIRLS JAVELIN STATE CHAMPIONSHIP AT THE 2023 ALABAMA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION CLASS 1A-3A OUTDOOR TRACK AND FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS.

COMMENDING LEANNA ROBERTS FOR GRADUATING FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT 16 YEARS OF AGE.

HONORING COLONEL KESLER WEAVER, JR. FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF COLONEL IN THE ALABAMA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD.

UPHOLDING THE LANGUAGE OF THE FEDERAL INDIAN ARTS AND CRAFTS ACT IN REGARD TO STATE RECOGNIZED INDIAN TRIBES.

OBSERVING JULY 20

HONORING THE LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENTS OF MR. DERRILL BOOTH.

COMMENDING CARTER CATTLE COMPANY FOR BEING NAMED THE 2022 NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP AWARD PROGRAM WINNER.

COMMENDING COACH CARVEL WILLIAM ROWELL, JR. FOR BEING INDUCTED INTO THE THOMASVILLE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS HALL OF FAME.