SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 648

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Rodney Wells on the occasion of his retirement from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department after more than 10 years of loyal service; and

WHEREAS, Rodney Wells began his service with the Parks and Wildlife Department after serving more than 20 years in the United States Army; he was a decorated combat veteran of the Vietnam War and retired with the rank of sergeant major; and

WHEREAS, He began working for the parks and wildlife department as an hourly employee at Franklin Mountains State Park; he later became administrator of the El Paso State Parks Complex headquarters; his most recent assignment was as superintendent of the 24,000-acre Franklin Mountains State Park; and

WHEREAS, Rodney has handled his many responsibilities with the department with exceptional efficiency and dedication; and

WHEREAS, An exemplary employee, Rodney has earned the admiration and respect of his colleagues, and his presence in the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby commend Rodney Wells for his many contributions to our state on the occasion of his retirement 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 an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Shapleigh

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 4, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate