SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 488
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Ren Gonzales, who is retiring on April 1, 2009, after
many years of outstanding service with the Houston Branch of the
Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Gonzales serves as vice president at the
Houston branch, where he is currently responsible for cash
operations and the Federal Reserve Law Enforcement unit; and
WHEREAS, A native of San Antonio, Mr. Gonzales began his
36-year career with the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas at its San
Antonio Branch in 1973 and transferred to the Houston Branch when
he was promoted to assistant vice president in 1987; and
WHEREAS, Over the course of his career, Mr. Gonzales has
become known for his superior leadership and his comprehensive
knowledge of Federal Reserve operations; he has had management
responsibilities in nearly every operational aspect of the bank,
and he served on special assignment at the bank's board of
governors in Washington, D.C.; and
WHEREAS, Talented and resourceful, Mr. Gonzales has
handled his many responsibilities with exceptional efficiency
and dedication; his leadership played a vital role in the
creation of many of the important practices put in place for the
Federal Reserve System; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Gonzales developed invaluable relationships
with community leaders and organizations throughout the Houston
area, including the Greater Houston Partnership, the Hispanic
Chamber of Commerce, and the Houston Independent School District,
which honored him with induction into its Hall of Fame; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary executive, Mr. Gonzales is respected
and admired by his colleagues, and his presence at the Houston
Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas will be greatly
missed; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby commend Ren Gonzales on his long and
distinguished career with the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas 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.
Gallegos
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 20, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate