House Joint Resolution 227, sponsored by Littleton, honors Melody Corlew Lewis for her dedicated service as the town recorder for White Bluff, Tennessee, culminating in her retirement on December 31, 2024, after thirty-five years of commitment. Throughout her career, Ms. Lewis achieved significant milestones, including obtaining her Certified Municipal Clerk designation in the early 1990s and becoming a Certified Municipal Finance Officer in 2012. She played a vital role in the town's growth, witnessing its population increase from 1,200 to over 4,000, and contributed to various community projects, such as the rehabilitation of sewer lines and the development of recreational facilities.

The resolution acknowledges Ms. Lewis's diligent work alongside five different mayors and her involvement in key initiatives that shaped the town's future, including the establishment of a Planning and Zoning committee and the sale of beer and liquor by the drink. Her success as a public servant is attributed to her hard work, common sense, and ability to collaborate with diverse community members. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's best wishes for her future endeavors and happiness, recognizing her exemplary career and unwavering advocacy for her community.