SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 956
WHEREAS, It is a pleasure for the Texas Senate to honor one
of its most loyal and beloved longtime staff members by naming
Susan Fontenette the 2017 legislative recipient of the Betty King
Public Service Award; and
WHEREAS, For 25 years, Susan Fontenette has served the
Senate with honor and distinction; over the course of her career,
she has handled her responsibilities with dedication and skill,
and she is held in highest regard by the legislators and the many
Capitol staff members with whom she works; and
WHEREAS, For the last 20 years, Susan has served as a
valued employee in Senator Whitmire's office, and throughout her
tenure, she has been noted for her warmth, her graciousness, and
her unfailing courtesy; Susan is also famous for her ability to
keep proceedings in the Senator's office running smoothly, for
serving as a much-cherished mentor and counselor to her
co-workers, and for having a friendly face and a ready smile that
can brighten the day for anyone visiting the office; and
WHEREAS, As a legislative aide, Susan is known for her
expertise and sound judgment and for the manner in which she has
handled a position that entails a wide range of responsibilities;
she has played a major role in helping to meet the needs of
constituents and in addressing their concerns, and her legislative
experience and her thorough knowledge of the intricacies of
Capitol proceedings have made her an irreplaceable asset to the
senator's office; and
WHEREAS, A role model for anyone in public service, Susan
has the ability to accomplish whatever mission is set before her,
and her high standards, her poise in the face of challenging
situations, and her commitment to excellence represent the finest
qualities of this institution; and
WHEREAS, Susan Fontenette is a treasured legislative
employee who is admired for her exemplary work ethic and for the
kindness she shows to all she encounters, and upon her
retirement, her presence in the Capitol will truly be missed;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere appreciation to Susan
Fontenette for her outstanding service to the Texas Senate and
congratulations to her on earning a 2017 Betty King Public
Service Award; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Kolkhorst
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 29, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate