86R10590 SME-D
By: Springer H.R. No. 278
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Shane Lee received well-deserved recognition for
his exemplary service as a member of Gainesville Fire-Rescue when
his name was added to the city's firefighter memorial at a ceremony
on September 11, 2018; and
WHEREAS, During the event, bricks commemorating the
contributions of Mr. Lee and three other former Gainesville first
responders were officially placed in the monument; in addition to
acknowledging the dedicated individuals who have served with the
department, both the memorial and the ceremony pay tribute to all
those who lost their lives during the 9/11 terrorist attacks; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lee began his career with Gainesville
Fire-Rescue in 1998, and through the years he built a reputation as
an engaged and inspiring leader; he moved up the ranks, retiring
from his full-time position as a battalion chief, and he went on to
serve in the department's reserve forces until June 2018; and
WHEREAS, Shane Lee's courage, commitment, and
professionalism greatly benefited the people of Gainesville, and he
may take justifiable pride in his receipt of this heartfelt honor
from his community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Shane Lee on the addition of his
name to the Gainesville firefighter memorial and extend to him
sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Lee as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.