84R22953(5) KSM-D By: Tinderholt H.R. No. 2132 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Officer Thomas McPhail has rendered outstanding service to his fellow North Texas residents during his 25-year career with the Arlington Police Department; and WHEREAS, The well-being of a community depends on the skill and courage of its police personnel, as well as on their steadfast commitment to serve and protect; and WHEREAS, A respected public servant, Officer McPhail can take justifiable pride in the contributions he has made in safeguarding the lives and property of local citizens; and WHEREAS, Throughout his distinguished tenure, Officer McPhail has exemplified the highest ideals of the law enforcement profession, and he is indeed deserving of recognition for a job well done; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby honor Officer Thomas McPhail for his 25 years of service with the Arlington Police Department and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success in his vital work; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Officer McPhail as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.