The resolution extends high commendations and congratulations to Miss Belle Casey for her dedicated efforts in raising awareness and support to combat 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 focused on 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, as her cousin has battled ALS for over a decade, inspiring her commitment to raise funds for research and better treatments. As a competitive baton twirler, she aims to expand her Twirl Away ALS camp on both state and national levels to further increase awareness and encourage volunteerism in the fight against ALS. The resolution concludes by honoring Miss Casey for her impactful work and expressing admiration and best wishes for her future endeavors.