SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 756
WHEREAS, James Greer retired from the Harrison County
Commissioner's Court on December 31, 2016, concluding an
exemplary tenure in office that spanned 17 years; and
WHEREAS, First elected in 2000, Mr. Greer served his
constituents with skill and dedication, demonstrating a strong
commitment to transparency, responsiveness, and professionalism;
he worked tirelessly in behalf of numerous important initiatives,
including the restoration of the historic courthouse and the
construction of a 200-bed jail; the commissioners amassed a
sizable general fund balance to cover county operations during
lean times, and they oversaw improvements to the Road and Bridge
Department and to the sheriff's fleet of vehicles; and
WHEREAS, For 30 years, Mr. Greer was an educator with
Hallsville public schools, where he taught Texas history, served
as head coach for all sports, and eventually rose to become a
principal; a graduate of Hallsville High School, he attended
Baylor University and Stephen F. Austin State University, and
after being named an All-American football player in both high
school and college, he was drafted by the Cleveland Browns; and
WHEREAS, James Greer's significant contributions have
helped make Harrison County an even better place in which to live
and work, and he may take justifiable pride in his outstanding
record of achievement; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby honor James Greer for his service as a
Harrison County commissioner 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. Greer 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 May 10, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate