Whereas, the Constitution of the State of Alabama, adopted in 1901, now contains over 660 amendments; and whereas, the Constitution is cumbersome and outdated.

Now, therefore it be resolved that the Jefferson County Commission wishes to go on record in support of a Constitutional Convention in order that the 1901 Constitution can be rewritten.

Adopted by the Jefferson County Commission in Birmingham, Alabama, a copy of this resolution is spread upon the minutes of the Jefferson County Commission on this 15th day of December, 1999.

The resolution was signed by all five Commissioners.