Alan H. Morris was appointed to the Atlanta Citizen Review Board by the League of Women Voters of Atlanta-Fulton County April 30, 2009 for a three-year term.The City Council confirmed his appointment July 30, 2009. On October 14, 2010, Mr. Morris was elected Vice-Chair of the Board succeeding Seth Kirschenbaum.
Mr. Morris is a native Atlantan and graduate of Avondale High School (1966).He attended Oxford College of Emory University earning an associate degree in psychology.He continued his education at Georgia State University earning a bachelor of arts degree in psychology and two master’s degrees—one in Rehabilitation Counseling and another in Public Administration.
Mr. Morris became the Vocational Rehabilitation Legislative Liaison in 1996.He reviewed and advised the Division of Rehabilitation Services and the Department of Human Resources on all legislative issues involving people with disabilities.In May, 2000, Alan returned to rehabilitation management.His last position was as Vocational Rehabilitation Field Services Director.He retired in 2005 with 34 years of service to the State of Georgia.
During Mr. Morris’ distinguished career in the field of rehabilitation, he received many awards and recognition including a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Georgia Rehabilitation Association.A highlight of his career occurred in 1990 when he was invited to the White House to witness the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act.Since retirement Alan serves as a volunteer tour guide at the Historic Oakland Cemetery and an AARP Tax Counselor.He is the owner and sole proprietor of the Al Morris Tax Service with thirty-five years experience preparing personal income taxes.
Mr. Morris is married to Nancy Glover and lives in the Morningside neighborhood.They have two grown children, Carrie and Clark.