85R5634 JCD-D

By: Murr H.R. No. 249

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Robert Grimes is concluding his tenure as Bandera County commissioner for Precinct 1 in 2016, having served in the post with distinction for the past four years; and

WHEREAS, Since assuming office on January 1, 2013, Mr. Grimes has devoted himself to addressing the needs of Bandera County residents; he has been a strong proponent of economic growth in the area, which has led to the creation of a county tax abatement program as a tool to attract new businesses to the community; and

WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and a master's degree in health care administration, both from Trinity University; a leader in the health care industry, Mr. Grimes has cofounded and led a Texas-based, long-term care corporation and served as vice president of two national health care corporations; he is a Lifetime Fellow of the American College of Health Care Administrators; and

WHEREAS, In addition to balancing his work on the commissioners court with his other professional responsibilities, Mr. Grimes makes time for civic involvement; he previously served on the board of directors of the Arthur Nagel Community Clinic in Bandera for five years, and he currently sits on the Leadership Advisory Board of the Bandera County 4-H; along the way, he has enjoyed the support of his wife and partner of 35 years, Jan; and

WHEREAS, During his tenure on the commissioners court, Bob Grimes has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the county he calls home, and his contributions will continue to benefit his fellow residents for years to come; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby commend Bob Grimes on his exemplary service to Bandera County and extend to him sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Grimes as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.