SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 505

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Frances L. King, who is retiring on March 31, 2011, after more than 30 years of outstanding service to Dallas County; and

WHEREAS, Frances King began her career with Dallas County on October 16, 1980, as a court clerk in County Criminal Court Number Three; she has gone on to hold numerous important positions in the court, including chief clerk and court coordinator; and

WHEREAS, Throughout her career, she has been noted for her superior skills and expertise; she was named Court Coordinator of the Year in 2005 by the Dallas Bar Association; and

WHEREAS, Talented and resourceful, she has handled her many responsibilities with exceptional efficiency and dedication; and

WHEREAS, An exemplary public servant, she is respected and admired by her colleagues, and her presence in the halls of justice of Dallas County will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Frances L. King on her loyal service to Dallas County and extend to her best wishes for the retirement years ahead; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.

West

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 15, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate