SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 645

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Chethalil Pothen "NP" John, who is retiring on May 31, 2007, after 22 years and 5 months of loyal service with the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts; and

WHEREAS, NP joined the comptroller's office on January 5, 1985, as an auditor in the Houston North Audit Office; he transferred to the Houston South Audit Office in 1988 and worked there for many years before finishing his career in the Los Angeles Audit Office; and

WHEREAS, Throughout his career, NP has been noted for his superior organizational skills and expertise; he has used his outstanding auditing skills to help train new employees in the Houston South Audit Office; and

WHEREAS, A talented and resourceful individual, NP has handled his many responsibilities with exceptional efficiency and dedication; his skills have proven to be invaluable as he has traveled throughout the country performing complex tax audits; and

WHEREAS, An exemplary employee, NP is admired and respected by his colleagues, and his presence in the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby commend Chethalil Pothen John on his exceptional service to the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts and his many contributions to our state and extend to him best wishes for the retirement years ahead; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Watson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 3, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate