H.R. No. 1420
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Orlando Flores has greatly benefited the youth of
his community during his years of service as president of the Fabens
Independent School District Board of Trustees; and
WHEREAS, An active volunteer and civic leader, Mr. Flores has
coached several youth athletic teams, served as president of the
Fabens Booster Club, and held the post of cubmaster for Cub Scout
Pack No. 599; he has lent his expertise to the Fabens ISD Board of
Trustees since November 2008, and along the way, he has worked
closely with board members, parents, teachers, and other concerned
citizens to ensure an optimal learning environment for area
students; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Flores was a petty officer first class with the
United States Navy and retired in March 2012, after a military
career spanning 23 years; he received numerous awards for his
service, including the Joint Meritorious Unit Award and the Good
Conduct Medal, and in 2011 he was named Navy Operational Support
Center-El Paso Sailor of the Quarter; he currently works as an
extension agent and educator for the Texas A&M
University--Cooperative Extension Program in the El Paso County
office; additionally, he manages his family's farm, which raises
alfalfa, cotton, and a variety of vegetable crops; and
WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Flores enjoys the love and
encouragement of his wife of 18 years, Veronica, and he is the proud
father of Orlando, Victoria, and Violeta; and
WHEREAS, Through his outstanding leadership and dedication
as a school board trustee, Orlando Flores has demonstrated his
commitment to building a bright and promising future for local
children; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby honor Orlando Flores for his service as
president of the Fabens Independent School District Board of
Trustees and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued
success with his important work; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Flores as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
González
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1420 was adopted by the House on April
16, 2015, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House