SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 658
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Dr. Tarron J. Richardson for his outstanding service
as DeSoto city manager; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Richardson began his distinguished career in
DeSoto in 2009 as assistant city manager, after holding a number
of city leadership positions in Richmond, Virginia, and
Coatesville, Pennsylvania; he was named DeSoto city manager and
chief executive officer in 2011; and
WHEREAS, Under his leadership, the City of DeSoto's
financial health and stability significantly improved, and during
challenging economic circumstances, the city was able to maintain a
constant tax rate for four consecutive years; the city also
received two bond-rating upgrades and achieved unprecedented
growth in its fund reserves and revenue sources; and
WHEREAS, Over a three-year period, Dr. Richardson has been
instrumental in implementing a 1.75 percent tax reduction and in
increasing the city's contribution rate to city employees'
retirement plans; he has also played an important role in helping
multiple city departments receive national and state
accreditation awards; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary public servant, Dr. Richardson is
respected and admired by his colleagues and area citizens, and
his presence as DeSoto city manager will be greatly missed; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby commend Dr. Tarron J. Richardson on his many
contributions to the City of DeSoto and extend to him best wishes
for continued success in all his endeavors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 29, 2019.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate