81R6090 BPG-D
By: Homer H.C.R. No. 25
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Paris Police Chief Karl Louis is retiring on January
30, 2009, after leading the city's police department with
distinction for almost two decades; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of the East Texas Police Academy in
Kilgore, Chief Louis began his career as a patrol officer with the
Paris police force in 1981; he soon became a warrant officer and
investigator with the criminal investigations division and in 1986
was promoted to sergeant; and
WHEREAS, This dedicated professional furthered his education
as he progressed through the ranks; he graduated from the Federal
Bureau of Investigation National Academy in 1995 and earned his
Master Peace Officer certificate from the Texas Commission on Law
Enforcement Standards and Education; and
WHEREAS, Since taking office on January 1, 1990, Chief Louis
has led the police force with diligence and integrity, and he has
undertaken countless measures to improve efficiency and expand
services; he increased the number of officers from 39 to 62 and
established the S.W.A.T. team, as well as new positions for
officers focusing on schools, crime prevention, auto thefts, and
Drug Abuse Resistance Education; he also created a K-9 program for
the department; and
WHEREAS, Chief Louis has reached out to the community in
myriad ways; he established the Paris Police Athletic League to
help keep children off the streets and engaged in meaningful,
supervised activity; moreover, he organized the All Police Rodeo to
raise funds for the Lamar County Crime Stoppers Association; and
WHEREAS, Admired for his courtesy and enthusiasm, Chief Louis
has set high standards for community relations; he is much in demand
as a speaker by local organizations, and his efforts to solicit
advice and suggestions from citizens have enhanced public support
for the department; in recognition of his contributions, the Rotary
Club of Paris named him its January 2009 Officer of the Month; and
WHEREAS, Chief Karl Louis has demonstrated exceptional skill
and commitment throughout his career, and under his able
leadership, the Paris Police Department has built a sterling
reputation for both aggressive police work and progressive
programs; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 81st Texas Legislature hereby
congratulate Karl Louis on his retirement from the Paris Police
Department and extend to him best wishes for continued success and
happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Chief Louis as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives and Senate.