H.R. No. 1098
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Ted Hogan was honored by the Heritage of Odessa
  Foundation with a 2009 Community Statesman Award in recognition of
  his outstanding civic contributions; and
         WHEREAS, Every year for the past quarter-century, the
  Heritage of Odessa Foundation has paid tribute to individuals who
  have excelled in their various fields and in their public service
  endeavors; nominated by their fellow citizens and chosen by a
  special committee, the 13 recipients have volunteered their time
  and resources to support Odessa and its residents; in 2009, Mr.
  Hogan was selected for this accolade in the category of business;
  and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Hogan has operated a number of local commercial
  ventures, including Chief Transports, Turner Bit Services, and
  Black Viper Energy Services, and he is currently the proprietor of
  Light Tower Rentals, Incorporated, which has seven branches
  throughout Texas and New Mexico and more than 100 employees; Mr.
  Hogan also serves on The University of Texas of the Permian Basin
  Development Board and the Security Bank Advisory Board, and he is
  actively involved in the Boy Scouts of America, the United Way, the
  American Pilots' Association, and the Odessa Chamber of Commerce;
  moreover, he is a deacon at the 6th and Jackson Church of Christ;
  and
         WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan has demonstrated an unwavering
  commitment to his profession and to the city of Odessa, and his
  compassion and generosity are an inspiration to all who know him;
  now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Ted Hogan on his receipt of a 2009
  Community Statesman Award and extend to him sincere best wishes for
  continued success and happiness; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Mr. Hogan as an expression of high regard by the Texas
  House of Representatives.
 
  Lewis
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 1098 was adopted by the House on April
  9, 2009, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House