SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1111

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize J. Pat Richmond on the auspicious occasion of his graduation from West Texas A&M University; and

WHEREAS, Pat graduated from the West Texas A&M University School of Arts and Humanities with a bachelor's degree in general studies on May 12, 2007; he returned to college at the age of 53, after a 30-year absence from the rigors of academic life; and

WHEREAS, Pat has been a valuable member of the Amarillo community for many years; he serves on the board of directors of the Amarillo Executives Club and of the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce and is a respected member of the Glazer's Wholesale Distributors Texas Management team; and

WHEREAS, A high achiever, Pat establishes and pursues his goals with a clear vision of his future; his notable accomplishments in school bear witness to his dedication and outstanding abilities; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby commend J. Pat Richmond on the momentous occasion of his graduation from West Texas A&M University and extend to him best wishes for additional success in the 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.

Seliger

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 22, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate