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Regular Session, 2011 ENROLLED
SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 124
BY SENATOR AMEDEE
A RESOLUTION
To commend Dale Hymel Jr. for more than thirty years of service to the citizens of St. James
Parish.
WHEREAS, Mr. Hymel has been married to the former Debbie Dunn for more than
thirty years and has two daughters, Marcia and Erin; and
WHEREAS, he graduated from Lutcher High School and is an alumnus of Louisiana
State University; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hymel has been known as the face of St. James Parish and a huge
contributor to steady progress of the entire River Region; and
WHEREAS, in 1980, he entered public service as the St. James Parish finance
director, serving twelve years until his election as St. James Parish President in 1992; and
WHEREAS, throughout his tenure, he has consistently explored new ways to
enhance St. James Parish while maintaining the trust of its residents; and
WHEREAS, his public service contributions include, but are not limited to,
development of recreational facilities and programs to benefit area youth and enhance the
quality of life for St. James Parish constituents, the creation of multiple boards and
commissions to involve the public in growth and development, and construction of a number
of new buildings, infrastructure, and facilities; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hymel has maintained close and positive relationships with the St.
James Parish Council and all area public officials, while effectively leading the parish
through multiple natural disasters, most notably Hurricane Katrina and all of its ensuing
challenges; and
WHEREAS, along with other public officials, he was instrumental in bringing Nucor
Steel to St. James Parish, a 3.4 billion dollar investment, and one of the largest capital
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WHEREAS, through the success and difficulties, Mr. Hymel has remained loyal,
compassionate, and a fighter for his family, friends, and constituents; and
WHEREAS, there is much evidence that in his retirement, Mr. Hymel will spend
even more time with his wife, Debbie, his two daughters, and numerous grandchildren, while
also enjoying playing sports, jogging, and attending Louisiana State University football
games; and
WHEREAS, as a well-respected leader, and after five terms as St. James Parish
President, Mr. Hymel leaves a legacy of amazing service, effective leadership, and
tremendous achievements.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana
does hereby commend Dale Hymel Jr. for his more than thirty years of service to the citizens
of St. James Parish.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to Dale
Hymel Jr.
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE