78R7519 JNC-D

By:  Mabry                                                        H.R. No. 533



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, For 26 years, Tom Lucenay bravely served his 
community as a firefighter, and for his dedication to the Hewitt 
community he has been named the 2003 Hewitt Hero; and
	WHEREAS, This distinguished gentleman joined the Hewitt 
Volunteer Fire Department shortly after moving to Hewitt in 1975 
and went on to attain an enviable record of achievement, becoming 
fire chief after 10 years of service; he brought to that demanding 
position an unparalleled level of professionalism and commitment, 
making significant improvements to the department; and
	WHEREAS, A highly respected public servant, Mr. Lucenay was 
nominated by no fewer than three people for this notable award, and 
he has received high praise from many of his fellow citizens for his 
considerable efforts in support of his community; he attended the 
National Fire Academy twice, and he received the McLennan County 
Fire Protection W. A. Neel Memorial Firefighter of the Year award in 
1993; and
	WHEREAS, Throughout more than a quarter-century, Tom Lucenay 
devoted himself to protecting lives and property from the 
devastating effects of fire; his courage and commitment have 
greatly benefited the Hewitt community, and this notable gentleman 
is truly worthy of the title Hewitt Hero; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby honor Tom Lucenay for being named the 2003 
Hewitt Hero and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued 
happiness and success in the years to come; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Lucenay as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives.