The resolution commends Carlos Sanders for his dedicated service to the Chelsea, Alabama community as a volunteer with the Chelsea Citizen Observer Patrol (COP). This organization, composed of local residents and supported by the City of Chelsea and the Shelby County Sheriff's Office, plays a crucial role in enhancing community safety through trained volunteers who patrol neighborhoods and assist in emergencies. Since joining the COP in 2016, Carlos has contributed over 5,000 hours of service, earning multiple accolades including Rookie of the Year in 2017 and Volunteer of the Year in 2019.

In addition to his volunteer work, Carlos Sanders has a distinguished military background, having served in the United States Army from 1988 to 2012, where he retired as a decorated Master Sergeant after participating in significant operations. He became the director of the Chelsea COP in 2019, further demonstrating his commitment to community safety. The resolution expresses the House of Representatives' honor and respect for Carlos Sanders and the Chelsea COP, wishing them continued success in their mission to maintain a safe environment for the residents of Chelsea.