H.R. No. 1485 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, J. R. Gallegos is concluding his tenure on the Pleasanton City Council in 2015, after more than two decades of exemplary service; and WHEREAS, Mr. Gallegos was first elected to represent District 4 in 1992, and his knowledge and expertise in a wide range of issues have earned him the respect and admiration of many people over the past 23 years; and WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan has played an instrumental role in several important municipal projects and infrastructure improvements, including the expansion of the wastewater treatment plant, the renovation of City Hall, and the construction of a sports complex; he has also devoted his time and energies to serving on various boards and special committees for the city and Atascosa County; and WHEREAS, Mr. Gallegos has further contributed to his community through his volunteer work with a number of area organizations and initiatives; in addition, he is an active congregant at St. Andrew Catholic Church; and WHEREAS, The effective operation of city government depends on the hard work of committed public servants, and J. R. Gallegos has proven himself to be a civic leader of great vision and ability; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby commend J. R. Gallegos for his service on the Pleasanton City Council and extend to him sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Gallegos as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Guillen ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1485 was adopted by the House on March 24, 2015, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House