85S12969 CJM-D
By: Roberts H.R. No. 489
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Steven Smith, secretary of the Klein Independent
School District Board of Trustees, concluded his term in June 2017,
following six years of exemplary service; and
WHEREAS, Since winning election to the board in November
2011, Mr. Smith has collaborated with his fellow trustees to
benefit district schools; and
WHEREAS, This notable Texan has also given back to his
community by mentoring Klein ISD students, teaching English as a
second language classes, and providing tax preparation services for
low-income individuals and senior citizens; strong in his faith, he
is an active member of St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church, and
he has served on the church's finance and Knights of Columbus
councils; and
WHEREAS, A former officer in the U.S. Navy, Mr. Smith enjoyed
successful careers in the energy and banking sectors; he holds a
bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the University of
Kansas and a master's degree in business administration from the
University of Colorado; moreover, he received a Master Trustee
certification from the Leadership Texas Association of School
Boards in 2013; and
WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, he has enjoyed the love and
support of his wife, Debbie, and their two children; and
WHEREAS, A dedicated advocate for area students and their
families, Steven Smith has furthered the mission of Klein ISD, and
he may take pride in the many meaningful contributions he made
during his tenure on the board; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby honor Steven Smith for his
service on the Klein Independent School District Board of Trustees
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. Smith as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.