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79R15339 MAM-D

By:  McReynolds                                                   H.R. No. 1581


R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Drew and Brenda Daugherty of Coldspring have contributed countless hours of service to the Coldspring Volunteer Fire Department, and their selfless work has helped to safeguard the lives and property of their friends and neighbors throughout this close-knit community; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Daugherty joined the department in July 2002 with no previous experience or training in fire service; since then, they have logged more than 3,000 volunteer hours between them and developed integral relationships with local government agencies, civic groups, and emergency responders; and WHEREAS, In 2003, the couple assisted with the reclamation and construction of the department's fire station on Hill Avenue; they also initiated a recordkeeping system for tracking information, pursued grant programs for the department, and developed a hands-on fire extinguisher training program available to local businesses and organizations free of charge; and WHEREAS, The safety and well-being of all Texans depend on individuals like Drew and Brenda Daugherty, who have earned the respect and admiration of their neighbors for their dedication and commitment to the community of Coldspring; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas Legislature hereby commend Drew and Brenda Daugherty for their exceptional work with the Coldspring Volunteer Fire Department and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued fulfillment with their important volunteer work; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Daugherty as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.