H.R. No. 2214
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, The House of Representatives of the State of Texas
  is pleased to recognize Rodney Swaim, who retired December 31,
  2006, after 40 years of outstanding service as county commissioner
  of McMullen County; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Swaim was sworn in as county commissioner on
  January 1, 1966; a talented and resourceful individual, he has
  handled his many responsibilities with exceptional dedication and
  professionalism; and
         WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Mr. Swaim has been noted for
  his superior administrative skills; his abilities as commissioner
  and his popularity with his constituents ensured that he never had
  an opponent during his tenure in office; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Swaim is admired and respected by his colleagues
  and his community, and his presence at the Commissioners Court of
  McMullen County will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 80th Texas
  Legislature hereby commend Rodney Swaim on his exceptional service
  to McMullen County and our state and extend to him best wishes for
  the retirement years ahead; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Mr. Swaim as an expression of high regard by the Texas
  House of Representatives.
 
  Gonzalez Toureilles
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 2214 was adopted by the House on May
  21, 2007, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House