88R10682 CJM-D
 
  By: Lozano H.R. No. 2013
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Gtek Communications in Portland is celebrating its
  20th anniversary in 2023, and this occasion offers a welcome
  opportunity to recognize the history and accomplishments of this
  notable local enterprise; and
         WHEREAS, Owned by Portland natives Manfred, Jeff, and Rainer
  Gleinig, the company started out as a cell phone and computer repair
  shop when it opened its doors in 2003; the business has since
  expanded to provide internet, phone, and security services, and it
  moved into a larger facility in 2015 in order to meet the needs of
  its growing client base; and
         WHEREAS, Today, Gtek Communications serves over 50 urban and
  rural communities across South Texas from its headquarters in
  Portland, with more than 60 local employees providing internet to
  some 12,000 customers; the company also gives back to area
  residents by sponsoring a variety of events and youth activities;
  and
         WHEREAS, By creating jobs and helping to ensure a more
  connected South Texas, Gtek Communications is contributing to the
  vitality of that region, and the company is indeed deserving of
  recognition as it marks this important milestone in its history;
  now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Gtek Communications on its 20th
  anniversary and extend to the Gleinig family and their employees
  sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Gtek Communications as an expression of high regard by
  the Texas House of Representatives.