Bill > HJR0071

This resolution honors Lieutenant Wesley Neely of the Mt. Juliet Police Department upon his retirement after 37 years of service, recognizing his outstanding contributions to law enforcement and community policing. The resolution highlights Neely's career trajectory, noting that he joined the department in 1987 when it was a small organization of only six employees, and he served in various roles including detective, youth guidance officer, training officer, and patrol division commander. Particularly noteworthy is his commitment to community relations, which earned him the nickname "Officer Friendly" among local high school students, and his embodiment of professional integrity and dedication. The resolution celebrates Neely's professional accomplishments while also acknowledging his personal pride in being a husband and father, and affirms that he exemplifies the spirit of a true Tennessean. By formally recognizing Neely's service, the Tennessee General Assembly extends its gratitude for his decades of public service and offers best wishes for his future endeavors, while also directing that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation to him.

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