79R12551 JNC-D

By:  Martinez                                                     H.R. No. 1354



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, After more than three decades of admirable service, 
Assistant Chief of Police Enrique Gonzales retired from the Weslaco 
Police Department on March 31, 2005; and
	WHEREAS, Since joining the department, this outstanding 
public servant has brought honor to the force throughout his 
service as a patrolman, undercover officer, investigator, and head 
of the CID division; his dedication and professionalism ultimately 
earned him the rank of assistant chief of police, a post he has held 
since 1991; and
	WHEREAS, A proud veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, Assistant 
Chief Gonzales served his country with distinction in Vietnam; in 
retirement, he looks forward to continuing a family tradition of 
raising cattle; and
	WHEREAS, Henry Gonzales is an exemplary lawman whose 
integrity and devotion to duty have earned him the respect and 
admiration of colleagues and citizens alike; while his leadership 
will be missed, he leaves behind a lasting legacy of achievement for 
those who will follow in his footsteps; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby commend Enrique Gonzales for his remarkable 
career with the Weslaco Police Department and extend to him sincere 
best wishes for a happy and rewarding retirement; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Gonzales as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives.