By: Turner S.R. No. 826 1-1 SENATE RESOLUTION 1-2 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is proud to 1-3 recognize Weldon Watkins for his 33 years of loyal service with 1-4 the Bryan Fire Department; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Weldon Watkins joined the Bryan Fire Department 1-6 in 1959 and became a fire inspector in 1970; and 1-7 WHEREAS, A dedicated public servant, Mr. Watkins is well 1-8 known for his dependability, courage, and leadership; and 1-9 WHEREAS, During his career with the fire department, 1-10 Mr. Watkins consistently displayed expertise and sound judgment 1-11 in dealing with the unique challenges of a fireman's duties and 1-12 in handling the complex responsibilities of a fire inspector; and 1-13 WHEREAS, An exemplary gentleman who manifests concern for 1-14 others, Weldon Watkins is beloved and respected by his colleagues 1-15 and friends in Bryan, and his presence at the Bryan Fire Department 1-16 will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it 1-17 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 1-18 73rd Legislature, hereby commend Weldon Watkins for his 1-19 distinguished public service and extend best wishes to him for 1-20 the retirement years ahead; and, be it further 1-21 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 1-22 him as an expression of regard from the Texas Senate. 1-23 _____________________________________ 2-1 President of the Senate 2-2 I hereby certify that the 2-3 above Resolution was adopted by 2-4 the Senate on May 3, 1993. 2-5 _____________________________________ 2-6 Secretary of the Senate 2-7 _____________________________________ 2-8 Member, Texas Senate