Senate Joint Resolution 7090 recognizes Jeff Welch for his dedicated service as the director of the Knoxville-Regional Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) since 1985, as he prepares for retirement. Over his distinguished thirty-eight-year career with Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Welch has demonstrated exceptional leadership and has been instrumental in various transportation planning initiatives, including regional mobility plans and transit studies. His educational background includes advanced degrees in Urban and Regional Planning, Engineering, and Geography, and he has held multiple leadership roles within the organization.

The resolution commends Welch for his commitment to public service and his ability to work collaboratively with diverse communities. It highlights his strong advocacy for the citizens of Tennessee and his adherence to values such as hard work and common sense. The Senate and House of Representatives extend their best wishes to Welch for a fulfilling retirement, acknowledging his significant contributions to the state and the Knoxville metropolitan area.