SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 130
WHEREAS, Roger Pace concluded his service as Wood County
commissioner for Precinct 3 on December 31, 2016, drawing to a
close a notable tenure in that office that spanned more than
three decades; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Pace joined the Wood County Commissioners
Court on January 1, 1985, and served for eight consecutive terms;
through the years, he was an effective advocate for his
constituents and helped bring about significant improvements
within the county, including the construction of the present
county jail and the Lake Hawkins RV Park, the purchase of a
subcourthouse in Hawkins, and numerous upgrades to roads and
bridges; and
WHEREAS, Along the way, Mr. Pace enjoyed the love and
support of his wife, Sharon, until her passing in January 2016;
this esteemed Texan is the proud father of five daughters, and
he takes great joy in his eight grandchildren and two
great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Roger Pace has demonstrated a deep concern for the
public interest and a steadfast commitment to making Wood County
an even better place in which to live and work, and he has earned
the respect and appreciation of countless fellow Texans; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby honor Roger Pace for his service as Wood
County commissioner for Precinct 3 and extend to him sincere best
wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
Mr. Pace as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 6, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate