85R6061 CJM-D By: Murr H.R. No. 247 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Gene Buckner ably served as Real County commissioner for Precinct 3 for eight years, and his efforts and dedication in public office are indeed deserving of recognition; and WHEREAS, First sworn in as a commissioner in 2009, Mr. Buckner demonstrated a deep concern for his community as he worked tirelessly to address the needs of his fellow citizens; and WHEREAS, An alumnus of Texas State University, this esteemed Texan studied agricultural business and management, and today he runs a ranch as well as another business enterprise, Camp Wood Self Storage; and WHEREAS, During his tenure on the commissioners court, Gene Buckner continually sought to advance the well-being of Real County residents, and he may indeed take pride in all he accomplished; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby honor Gene Buckner for his committed public service 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. Buckner as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.