81R23672 JGH-D
By: King of Parker H.R. No. 1511
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Randall J. Hayes is retiring from the Texas Parks
and Wildlife Department in April 2009, drawing to a close a notable
career that has spanned more than three decades; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hayes earned his bachelor's degree in biology
from The University of Texas at Arlington, and in 1976 he went to
work with the Arlington Police Department; he graduated from Parks
and Wildlife's Warden Cadet Class in 1984, and since then, except
for two years with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Department in
Louisiana, he has been a game warden with TPWD, working in Denton
County, Nueces County, and Parker County; and
WHEREAS, Over the course of his exemplary service as a game
warden, Mr. Hayes has distinguished himself in his efforts to
protect the wildlife and natural resources of Texas and to ensure
the safety of the public; he has been a certified marine safety
officer instructor, boater/angler/hunter education instructor, and
peace officer classroom instructor; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hayes has been a leader in the enforcement of
boating regulations, and his experience and investigative skills
have earned him the respect and admiration of his peers, as well as
numerous awards, including recognition as 2006 Texas Wildlife
Officer of the Year by the conservation organization Shikar Safari
Club International; and
WHEREAS, Despite his busy professional life, he has also
found time to give back to his community by providing hunting and
fishing opportunities for residents of several youth homes, helping
young people learn to appreciate and enjoy the outdoors; and
WHEREAS, The dedication, professionalism, and commitment to
excellence of this outstanding Texas game warden have greatly
benefited his fellow citizens, and he may indeed reflect with pride
on a career well spent as he embarks on the next exciting chapter of
his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Randall J. Hayes on his retirement
from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and extend to him
sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Hayes as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.