SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 621

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Constable Larry Gallardo for his outstanding service as president of the board of directors for the Texas Association of Counties; and

WHEREAS, Larry Gallardo is the Precinct 3 constable in Hidalgo County; since taking office in 2001, he has more than tripled the number of deputies in his office and has established a number of initiatives that have benefited the community; in 2002, he launched Program Stop, which addresses the issue of truancy, and in 2004, he started Project SWEEP, which enforces penalties for illegal dumping; and

WHEREAS, Constable Gallardo began his service to the Texas Association of Counties in 2007, when he was named to its board of directors; under his leadership as board president, the organization has played an important role in supporting and promoting the work done by county governments; and

WHEREAS, He has also served as president of the Justices of the Peace and Constables Association of Texas; his honors include recognition as the 2007 and 2010 Constable of the Year; and

WHEREAS, An exemplary peace officer, Constable Gallardo is respected and admired by his colleagues and area citizens, and it is truly fitting that he receive special recognition for his many contributions to Hidalgo County and our state; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th Legislature, hereby commend Constable Larry Gallardo on his exceptional achievements 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 esteem from the Texas Senate.

Hinojosa

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 23, 2019.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate