SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 225
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Michael T. Puckett, who is retiring as executive
director of Charro Days, Incorporated; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Puckett began his involvement with Charro
Days in 1963 when he volunteered to drive a float in the Charro
Days parade; he served as chairman of the parades from 1972 to
1994, and he began his tenure as executive director in 1995; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Mr. Puckett has been
dedicated to serving the public; he was elected four times as
Cameron County treasurer and has served as director of the
Brownsville Chamber of Commerce and the Brownsville Convention
and Visitors Bureau; and
WHEREAS, Talented and resourceful, Mr. Puckett has been
noted for his superior organizing skills; his ability to obtain
volunteers and get them involved has served as an example to
event organizers across the country; and
WHEREAS, Charro Days has more than tripled its number of
entries, participants, and spectators since Mr. Puckett began
his involvement; he has left an indelible mark on this exemplary
event that showcases the friendship between Brownsville and
Matamoros and that generates growth and revenue for the area; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary public servant, Mr. Puckett is
respected and admired by his colleagues, and his presence as
executive director of Charro Days will be greatly missed; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby commend Michael T. Puckett on his many
contributions to the continuing success of Charro Days and extend
to him best wishes for the retirement years ahead; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 17, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate