The resolution mourns the passing of Warren Lee Helms, a distinguished United States Air Force Veteran and former Director of the Alabama Emergency Management Agency, who died on April 8, 2024, at the age of 68. Helms, a Montgomery, Alabama native, was celebrated for his significant contributions to emergency management in the state, beginning his career during Hurricane Frederick in 1979. He served as the State EMA Director under Governors Fob James and Don Siegelman and later founded Lee Helms Associates, LLC, where he assisted local governments in disaster planning and recovery efforts.

Helms was known for his integrity and commitment to his community, participating in various local organizations, including the Montgomery City Planning Commission and the Humane Society of Chilton County. He is remembered fondly by his family, including his three children and grandchildren, as well as by friends and colleagues who appreciated his dedication to service. The resolution expresses deep sadness at his passing and extends heartfelt sympathy to his family, acknowledging the lasting impact of his life and work on those who knew him.