H.R. No. 1743
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
 
         WHEREAS, Constable Adan Ballesteros and Sergeant Dwight
  Bertram of Travis County Precinct 2 have been recognized by the
  Central Texas Justices of the Peace and Constables Association; and
         WHEREAS, CTJPCA works to promote and protect the interests of
  the justices of the peace, constables, deputies, and clerks of 28
  counties in Central Texas, while also providing training and other
  opportunities for its members; the association's annual awards
  honor individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment
  to the association, their profession, and their communities; and
         WHEREAS, Constable Adan Ballesteros has been named the 2011
  Constable of the Year; a former president of CTJPCA, he played a
  vital role in the growth of the organization and continues to
  distinguish himself as a local leader in public safety; and
         WHEREAS, Sergeant Dwight Bertram has been selected as the
  2011 Deputy of the Year, reflecting the high regard in which he is
  held by his colleagues; and
         WHEREAS, These two exemplary public servants are inspiring
  role models to their fellow peace officers, and they are indeed
  deserving of commendation for their hard work and dedication; now,
  therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Constable Adan Ballesteros and
  Sergeant Dwight Bertram on their recognition by the Central Texas
  Justices of the Peace and Constables Association and extend to them
  sincere best wishes for continued success in their important work;
  and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Constable Ballesteros and Sergeant Bertram as an
  expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
 
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  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 1743 was adopted by the House on May
  12, 2011, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House