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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, Captain Billy G. Holder is being honored on February |
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8, 2011, for an outstanding tenure with the Irving Fire Department |
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that has spanned more than 55 years; and |
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WHEREAS, Since joining the IFD in December 1955, "Shakey" |
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Holder has distinguished himself time and again through his skill, |
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experience, and commitment to the public welfare; and |
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WHEREAS, Captain Holder presently serves as the respected |
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captain of Fire Station 1; he continues to be the lead man for his |
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shift on the Swift Water Rescue Team, maintaining the conditioning |
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and stamina required for this physically demanding rescue |
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specialty; and |
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WHEREAS, Shakey Holder has also mentored countless younger |
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firefighters and first responders over the years, generously |
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sharing his wisdom and expertise; in tribute to his legendary |
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career, an award to recognize exceptional members of the IFD has |
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been named in his honor; and |
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WHEREAS, For well over half a century, Captain Billy |
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G. Holder has demonstrated uncommon dedication, professionalism, |
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and bravery as he has worked to protect the lives and property of |
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the citizens of Irving, and he is truly deserving of deepest |
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appreciation for his unstinting efforts; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas |
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Legislature hereby warmly commend Captain Billy G. "Shakey" Holder |
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on his 55 years of service with the Irving Fire Department and |
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extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success and |
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happiness; and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be |
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prepared for Captain Holder as an expression of high regard by the |
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Texas House of Representatives. |