78R19492 WMS-D

By:  Branch                                                       H.R. No. 1880


R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Police Officer Kevin Clark, who has faithfully served the University Park Police Department since December 2001, has been named Officer of the Year by his fellow officers; and WHEREAS, The award specifically recognizes Officer Clark's actions on the night of May 10, 2002, when he chased down a DWI suspect on foot and, although seriously injured in the incident, continued his pursuit until the suspect was finally apprehended; and WHEREAS, Commended by his coworkers and Chief Gary Adams for his hard work and admirable leadership, as well as his strong sense of commitment to duty and positive attitude, Officer Clark is truly worthy of such a prestigious award; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Officer Kevin Clark on being named Officer of the Year of the University Park Police Department and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Officer Clark as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.