SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 284
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize David Yett, who is retiring after more than a decade of
outstanding service as city attorney for the City of Fort Worth;
and
WHEREAS, David Yett rose to the position of city attorney
in February of 2000 after serving the people of Fort Worth for 20
years in the city's legal department, where he worked on a
variety of legal issues related to economic development,
including the creation of the Texas Motor Speedway and the
renovation of the Blackstone Hotel; and
WHEREAS, A 1979 graduate of the Baylor University School of
Law, Mr. Yett has throughout his career been known for his good
judgment, his decisiveness, and his organizational skills; and
WHEREAS, He is an exemplary attorney and public servant who
has earned the respect and admiration of his colleagues, and his
presence at the Fort Worth city attorney's office will be greatly
missed; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby commend David Yett on his exceptional
service as Fort Worth's city attorney and extend to him best
wishes for continued success in all his future endeavors; and, be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Davis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 17, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate