SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 384
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
  recognize Shawn M. Snider on his outstanding accomplishments and
  on his many contributions to the City of Edinburg and to the Lone
  Star State; and
 
         WHEREAS, An esteemed Texan and a devoted public servant,
  Shawn Snider is a respected leader in his community of Edinburg,
  where he resides with his wife, Edna Casas Snider, and his
  daughter, Sarah Elizabeth Snider; he has served as fire chief of
  the City of Edinburg Fire Department since 1999, and throughout
  his tenure of leadership, he has exemplified the highest ideals
  of public service with honor and integrity; and
 
         WHEREAS, Before the age of 18, Shawn Snider began his
  career as a firefighter by serving as a volunteer member of the
  City of Alamo Fire Department, where he was employed as a
  mechanic; realizing his life's calling, he rose through the
  ranks to become fire marshal for the Alamo Fire Department at
  the age of 24; in January of 1991, he joined the City of
  Edinburg Fire Department as assistant fire marshal, and in
  1999, he accepted the position of fire chief of the Edinburg
  Fire Department and took on the role of emergency management
  coordinator for the city; and 
 
         WHEREAS, Over the years, Chief Snider has generously
  devoted his time and energy on behalf of his community through
  his participation in many professional organizations, in which
  he has held key leadership roles including those of president of
  the State Firefighters' and Fire Marshals' Association of Texas
  and regional director of the Texas Fire Chiefs Association; he
  served for 10 years as training coordinator for the Rio Grande
  Valley Firefighters' and Fire Marshals' Association, and his
  current professional and volunteer activities include serving as
  a fire school instructor, a search and rescue task force leader,
  and chairman of the Hidalgo County Fire Chiefs Association; and
 
         WHEREAS, Uncompromising in his work ethic and in his
  commitment to excellence, Chief Snider is certified in a
  multitude of areas of professional expertise; among his
  qualifications, he holds master certifications as a firefighter
  and peace officer, advanced certifications as a fire inspector
  and arson investigator, and he is certified as a fire executive,
  public manager, and emergency medical technician; and
 
         WHEREAS, Chief Snider has demonstrated great wisdom,
  diligence, and courage throughout his career and in carrying out
  the unique and multifaceted responsibilities of his position;
  his steadfast efforts in support of his colleagues and fellow
  firefighters have earned him their lasting respect and
  admiration, and his unwavering commitment to public service has
  done much to promote the safety and well-being of the Edinburg
  community and of citizens throughout Texas; and
         WHEREAS, Chief Snider's remarkable leadership and
  dedication to duty are a source of inspiration to all who work to
  benefit the greater good, and it is indeed fitting that he
  receive special recognition on his invaluable service to the Lone
  Star State; now, therefore, be it
 
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
  Legislature, hereby commend Fire Chief Shawn M. Snider on his
  exceptional contributions to the City of Edinburg and to the
  people of Texas and express to him its sincere gratitude and best
  wishes for the future; 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.
 
  Hinojosa
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on April 4, 2023.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate