H.R. No. 2250
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Jody Lay is retiring as chief of the Terrell Police
Department on May 31, 2017, drawing to a close an outstanding tenure
in that position that has spanned eight years; and
WHEREAS, Since Jody Lay became chief in 2009, the city of
Terrell has seen its crime rate decrease by 45 percent; Chief Lay
contributed to this accomplishment by strengthening police
protocols and best practices, enhancing the department's
technology, and partnering with other agencies in Kaufman and
Dallas Counties as well as with the U.S. Department of Justice;
moreover, he played a crucial role in establishing the first
forensic unit in Kaufman County, and he oversaw the construction of
the new police headquarters; and
WHEREAS, In retirement, Chief Lay plans to pass on the
knowledge and wisdom he has acquired during his years in law
enforcement by teaching college-level criminal justice courses;
and
WHEREAS, Chief Lay's dedication, professionalism, and
commitment to protecting and serving the public have greatly
benefited the residents of Terrell, and he may indeed reflect with
pride on his exceptional record of achievement as he embarks on the
next exciting chapter of his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Jody Lay on his retirement as the
Terrell chief of police 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 Chief Lay as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Gooden
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2250 was adopted by the House on May
25, 2017, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House