Senate Joint Resolution 7106, sponsored by Southerland, honors Gerald Parish for his dedicated service to the State of Tennessee as the director of the Recreation Educational Service Division (RES) within the Department of Environment and Conservation. With over forty years of experience in the recreation field and a graduate of Lambuth College, Mr. Parish has significantly contributed to the quality of life in Tennessee communities, particularly through his work in providing technical assistance and managing grant program requests.

As Mr. Parish prepares for his retirement on August 29, 2023, the resolution acknowledges his integrity, commitment to public service, and the positive impact he has made throughout his career. The Senate and House of Representatives express their heartfelt wishes for his future endeavors and commend him for his exemplary service, which embodies the spirit of Tennessee as the Volunteer State. An appropriate copy of the resolution will be prepared for presentation to Mr. Parish.