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79S11246 MDM-D

By:  Harper-Brown                                                 H.R. No. 440



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Captain Billy G. Holder of the Irving Fire 
Department is celebrating half a century of exceptional public 
service in 2005, and this notable milestone provides a fitting 
opportunity to reflect on his outstanding career; and
	WHEREAS, Affectionately known as "Shakey", he joined the 
department on December 1, 1955, and throughout his admirable 
tenure, he has worked at the city's busiest stations; for the past 
30 years, he has held two assignments, as a crew member of Fire 
Station Two and as captain of Fire Station One, his current post; 
and
	WHEREAS, Further testament to his dedication and proficiency 
is his status as the lead man for his shift's swift water rescue 
team, a specialty assignment requiring top-notch physical 
conditioning that is a formidable challenge for younger 
firefighters; and
	WHEREAS, A trusted leader, advisor, and role model for his 
fellow firefighters, Shakey Holder has demonstrated an unwavering 
commitment to his colleagues, his profession, and to the safety of 
his fellow citizens that has earned him the lasting respect and 
admiration of all who know him; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend Captain Billy G. 
Holder on his 50th anniversary with the Irving Fire Department and 
pay tribute to this remarkable Texan by recognizing December 1, 
2005, as Shakey Holder Day in Irving; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Captain Holder as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives.