SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 106

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Dalton Ritter, who is retiring from the Texas Department of Transportation after 37 years of outstanding service to the state; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Ritter began his career in state service on October 12, 1976; he has contributed to a high degree of integrity in the external audit function of the agency through his professionalism and expertise; and

WHEREAS, Throughout his career, he has been noted for his reliability and his extraordinary people skills; he has been able to incorporate the most recent professional practices and has collaborated with his peers from across the country in such organizations as the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials; and

WHEREAS, Talented and resourceful, Mr. Ritter has handled his responsibilities with exceptional efficiency and dedication; he has provided the members of his staff with a positive work environment and has served as a mentor to countless fellow workers; and

WHEREAS, An exemplary public servant, he is respected and admired by his colleagues, and his presence at the Texas Department of Transportation will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend Dalton Ritter on his exceptional service to the people of Texas as an employee of the Texas Department of Transportation and extend to him best wishes for continued success in all his endeavors; 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.

Duncan

________________________________

President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on June 21, 2013.

________________________________

Secretary of the Senate

________________________________

Member, Texas Senate