The resolution extends high commendations and congratulations to Miss Belle Casey for her dedicated efforts to raise awareness and support in the fight against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. As a junior at Oak Mountain High School and the current titleholder of Miss Historic Springville's Teen and Miss Shelby County's Outstanding Teen 2023, Miss Casey has actively promoted her platform to support the ALS community. Over the past three years, she has successfully raised over $5,000 through various initiatives, including participating in the Walk to Defeat ALS, leading Twirl Away ALS Baton Camps, and collaborating with the Birmingham Squadron Basketball Team to donate a portion of ticket sales to the ALS Association Alabama Chapter.
Miss Casey's advocacy is deeply personal, inspired by her cousin's decade-long battle with ALS, which has motivated her to promote research for better treatments. As a competitive baton twirler, she aims to expand her Twirl Away ALS camp on both state and national levels to further raise awareness and funds for ALS research while encouraging volunteerism in the fight against the disease. The resolution honors her commendable work and expresses admiration and appreciation for her contributions, wishing her success in her future endeavors.