SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 271 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Dr. Charles Smith, who is retiring from the Behavioral Health Center of Nueces County after more than 25 years of exceptional service with the organization; and WHEREAS, Charles Smith grew up in New York City and earned a bachelor's degree in psychology from Queens College, a master's degree in psychology from Rutgers University, and a doctoral degree in psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology; and WHEREAS, Dr. Smith's career with the behavioral health center began in 1991; over the years, he has worked as a unit supervisor, an intake worker, and a utilization manager, and he is retiring from his position as the clinical supervisor; and WHEREAS, An exemplary medical professional, Dr. Smith has worked diligently to provide relief to patients who are suffering and to help them achieve their goals for personal growth and happiness; he is respected and admired by his colleagues, and his presence at the health center will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby commend Dr. Charles Smith for his exemplary career at the Behavioral Health Center of Nueces County and for his outstanding work on behalf of vulnerable citizens and extend to him best wishes in all his future endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Hinojosa ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 22, 2017. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate