SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1103
WHEREAS, One of the most beloved Senate employees is also one of the most outstanding, and Detta Haffelder is truly a worthy recipient of the legislative Betty King Public Service Award; and WHEREAS, Administrative Director for Senator John Carona, Detta is known for her abiding loyalty to her senator and to her co-workers and for her dedication to helping the citizens of Senatorial District 16; and WHEREAS, Detta's tact and charm while dealing with seemingly impossible requests from Senator Carona's constituents recall the tact and charm of her cherished friend and mentor, Betty King; and WHEREAS, Detta began her legislative career in the House of Representatives in June of 1966 but came to the Senate from the office of Representative Libby Linebarger in August of 1994 to work for another one of her favorite bosses, Senator Bill Sims; Detta joined the staff of Senator John Carona in August of 1997 and feels herself truly blessed to have such a wonderful and understanding boss; and WHEREAS, Ever cheerful, Detta has a kind word for one and all; a lively companion and trusted friend, Detta has endeared herself to all who are privileged to know her; and WHEREAS, Few people love the Senate and its traditions more than Detta Haffelder, and she is truly an exemplary role model for all young people entering public service; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 79th Legislature, hereby commend Detta Haffelder for her superb Senate service and congratulate her on being named the 2005 legislative recipient of the Betty King Public Service Award; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for Detta as an expression of high regard and esteem from the Texas Senate. Harris Armbrister Fraser Seliger Averitt Gallegos Shapiro Barrientos Harris Shapleigh Brimer Hinojosa Staples Carona Jackson Van de Putte Deuell Janek Wentworth Duncan Lindsay West Ellis Lucio Whitmire Eltife Madla Williams Estes Nelson Zaffirini Ogden
Dewhurst, President of the Senate
________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 30, 2005. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate