SENATE RESOLUTION 26

(By Senators Miller, Facemire, Leonhardt, Plymale, Williams and Laird)

[Introduced February 9, 2016.]

Recognizing Bryan Humphreys for distinction and professionalism as West Virginia’s Outstanding Logger.

Whereas, Bryan Humphreys, owner of B. T. Humphreys Logging, is a board member of the West Virginia Forestry Association (WVFA), a member of the West Virginia Loggers Council and the 2014 WVFA Logger of the Year; and

Whereas, Safety is a top priority at B. T. Humphreys Logging and crew members receive proper training and are all West Virginia Certified Loggers; and

Whereas, B. T. Humphreys Logging’s attention to detail in application of Best Management Practices, reclamation work and resource utilization is of the utmost importance to B.T. Humphreys Logging in the company’s effort to protect and sustain resources for future generations; and

Whereas, In thirteen years of business, B. T. Humphreys Logging has never had a Best Management Practice compliance citation, as the company takes every precaution when harvesting sites; and

Whereas, Bryan Humphreys, for his excellence in logging, was named the 2015 Forest Resources Association’s Appalachian Region Outstanding Logger of the Year; and

Whereas, Bryan Humphreys has displayed excellence in his industry and dedicated public service to his community and is a shining example to all West Virginians of what can be accomplished with hard work, dedication and spirit; therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate:

That the Senate hereby recognizes Bryan Humphreys for distinction and professionalism as West Virginia’s Outstanding Logger; and, be it

Further Resolved, That the Senate congratulates Bryan Humphreys for being named the 2015 Forest Resources Association's Appalachian Region Outstanding Logger of the Year; and, be it

Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to forward a copy of this resolution to Bryan Humphreys.