81R37666 MG-D
By: Pena H.R. No. 2890
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The observance of Texas First Responders Day on
September 11, 2009, provides a fitting opportunity to pay tribute
to Valley Emergency Medical Services, Inc., for its immeasurable
contributions to the region; and
WHEREAS, Since 1982, Valley EMS has remained a vital,
life-saving resource for countless residents of Edinburg and the
surrounding communities; this noteworthy organization provides
24-hour customer care with fully staffed ambulances, and its
emergency medical dispatchers are available around the clock to
assist callers in critical situations; in addition to providing
local transfers, Valley EMS transports patients to facilities in
Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Houston, and Galveston, and it offers
non-emergency transportation to doctors' offices and other
treatment centers; and
WHEREAS, Also dedicated to community outreach, Valley EMS
conducts informative presentations at schools, sponsors local
children's groups, and provides medical assistance at special
events, such as the All-America City 10K Run/Walk in Edinburg; the
organization is skillfully led by president and CEO Noe Ramon, Jr.,
and its staff is encouraged to pursue continuing education and
participate in civic activities; and
WHEREAS, Valley EMS has demonstrated an unwavering
commitment to the health and well-being of area Texans, and its work
has benefited the greater community in myriad ways; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby honor Valley EMS, Inc., in conjunction with
Texas First Responders Day and commend all those associated with
the organization for their outstanding service; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Valley EMS as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.