Bill > HJR0918

This resolution, passed by the Tennessee House of Representatives and concurred with by the Senate, formally honors and congratulates Thomas William Taylor on his eightieth birthday, extending best wishes for his continued happiness. The resolution details Mr. Taylor's extensive life and contributions, including his academic achievements, his pioneering work with the Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park where he championed inclusivity and established national educational programs, his successful career in automotive parts and commercial equipment sales, his dedicated service as Mayor of Maryville from 2008 to 2020 and Vice Mayor from 2004 to 2008, his significant leadership in public library systems at local, regional, and state levels, his involvement with the Great Smoky Mountains Association, his founding role and current board chairmanship of SMiles, a senior ride-sharing program, his leadership at the Maryville Housing Authority, his lifelong commitment to Scouting as an Eagle Scout and Silver Beaver, his participation in Shaped Note Old Harp singing, his long-standing membership and service at Broadway United Methodist Church, and his success in raising champion bloodhounds. The resolution also acknowledges his family, including his wife, two sons, and four grandchildren, and celebrates his enduring wisdom, generosity, integrity, and enthusiasm for life.