H.R. No. 384
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Dan Redd greatly benefited residents of Borger
through his outstanding service as chief executive officer of the
Borger Economic Development Corporation; and
WHEREAS, For more than 10 years, Mr. Redd led the development
corporation with skill and vision, furthering its mission to
strengthen and diversify the city's economic base; his tireless
efforts helped create jobs and bring greater prosperity to the
community, and he was instrumental in the $720 million expansion of
the Agrium plant in Borger; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Redd grew up in Hobbs, New Mexico, and served
his country in Vietnam as a combat medic with the 25th Infantry
Division; twice wounded, he was awarded two Purple Hearts and two
Bronze Stars; he studied drafting at Amarillo College and went on to
earn a master's degree from West Texas A&M University; and
WHEREAS, Early in his career, Mr. Redd was employed by
Southwestern Public Service as a surveying engineer and draftsman,
and he was responsible for marketing and national accounts; he now
has a quarter-century of experience in economic development, and he
has been appointed CEO of the Dickinson Economic Development
Corporation; in all his endeavors, he enjoys the love and support of
his wife, Rachelle, with whom he has shared 50 years; and
WHEREAS, Dan Redd contributed immeasurably to the economic
well-being of Borger through his dedication, professionalism, and
commitment to excellence, and as he embraces new challenges and
opportunities, it is indeed appropriate to honor him for his
noteworthy achievements; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend Dan Redd for his
exemplary service as chief executive officer of the Borger Economic
Development Corporation and extend to him sincere best wishes for
continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Redd as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Price
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 384 was adopted by the House on August
15, 2017, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House