86R16872 BK-D
 
  By: Bailes H.R. No. 772
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Rayford H. Rash of Goodrich retired as director of
  public works for the City of Shepherd on February 28, 2019, drawing
  to a close more than three decades of outstanding service to his
  fellow Texans; and
         WHEREAS, Ray Rash worked for two other municipalities for 14
  years before being hired by the City of Shepherd on August 3, 1998;
  after his promotion to public works director in August 2007, he was
  responsible for overseeing various departments that play a vital
  role in the daily lives of residents, and he had the distinction of
  being the first city employee to retire with two decades of service;
  and
         WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Rash has enjoyed the love
  and support of his wife, Kathy Leloux; and
         WHEREAS, Ray Rash's hard work, professionalism, and
  dedication to excellence have earned him the lasting respect of all
  who know him, and he may reflect with pride on his achievements as
  he embarks on the next exciting chapter of his life; now, therefore,
  be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Rayford H. Rash on his retirement
  as director of public works for the City of Shepherd 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. Rash as an expression of high regard by the Texas
  House of Representatives.