WHEREAS, 9-1-1 emergency telephone systems have helped save lives and property in the state of Alabama and our nation; and

WHEREAS, the first 9-1-1 call was made in Haleyville, Alabama on February 16, 1968, and was the result of the hard work and dedication of six Alabamians; and

WHEREAS, R.W. "Bob" Gallagher, president of Alabama Telephone in 1968, had the concept to install the first 9-1-1 system and went to State Central Office Manager, Robert E. "Bob" Fitzgerald to make it happen; and

WHEREAS, after Mr. Fitzgerald wrote the required engineering procedures, he and his four technicians, Jimmy White, Glenn Johnston, Pete Gosa and Al Bush, installed the first 9-1-1 system; and

WHEREAS, these men are to be commended for their remarkable work in providing this crucial service to the public;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Don Siegelman, Governor of the State of Alabama, do hereby commend

for their outstanding contributions to our state and nation.

GIVEN UNDER MY HAND and the Great Seal of the Governor's Office at the State Capitol in the City of Montgomery on the 30th day of April 2002.