COMMENDING CARL L. LIMBAUGH ON HIS OUTSTANDING PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS.

WHEREAS, noted with sincere appreciation and admiration is the dedicated and committed service of Carl L. Limbaugh to the pharmacists of this state and their customers, who retired after more than 24 years of service with the Alabama State Board of Pharmacy; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Limbaugh, who is married to his loving wife, Doris, has garnered numerous awards in recognition of his outstanding accomplishments including recognition as National Outstanding Drug Inspector in 1989, the prestigious National Association of Boards of Pharmacy Distinguished Service Award, and was elected a Life Member of the Alabama Association of Polygraph Examiners; and

WHEREAS, it is also noted with pride that a resolution was passed by the Alabama Pharmaceutical Association in 1992 recognizing outstanding performance of duty by Alabama drug inspectors and commending the Board of Pharmacy for selecting drug inspectors, such as Mr. Limbaugh, who reflect great credit upon themselves and the Board; moreover, Mr. Limbaugh's wisdom and knowledge of the pharmacy law and his ability and willingness to address the concerns of consumers have played a major role in the successful operation of the State Board of Pharmacy; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Limbaugh also served with honor and distinction with the Birmingham Police Department for 25 years, working with the narcotics department since its inception; he retired as a Lieutenant and ably reflected the best in a public servant as assistant to the director of the United Narcotics Detail Operation (UNDO); and

WHEREAS, through his continued perseverance and commanding skills, he was directly responsible for the largest buy of amphetamines and largest heroin buy and seizure ever made in Jefferson County, as well as responsible for successfully solving more than 250 of the 450 narcotic cases by UNDO; now therefore,

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, BOTH HOUSES THEREOF CONCURRING, That Carl L. Limbaugh is indeed commended on his exemplary service to the Alabama State Board of Pharmacy, the many accomplishments of his career, and the magnitude of his community service, and it is further directed that he receive a copy of this resolution of highest esteem.

Resolution, Congratulatory

Limbaugh, Carl L.