2023S0326-2 04/18/23
By: Creighton, Bettencourt S.R. No. 458
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the Spring Fire Department on the occasion of its 70th
anniversary; and
WHEREAS, The Spring Fire Department received its charter
in May of 1953; since that time, it has grown from its original
members to include 181 members who are dedicated to serving the
165,000 residents throughout the 62-square-mile district and who
diligently protect property and businesses; and
WHEREAS, These dedicated firefighters serve the community
with courage and commitment, and the district's nine fire
stations provide emergency medical coverage and complete fire
supression 24 hours a day and 365 days a year; and
WHEREAS, Over the course of 70 years, the firefighters of
the Spring Fire Department have responded to numerous rescue and
hazardous material calls and have battled thousands of fires as
they worked to protect the lives and property of the people of
Spring; beginning August 26, 2017, and continuing for several
days, the department heroically responded to the effects of
Hurricane Harvey, receiving 500 calls for water rescues and
successfully completing rescues of approximately 2,000 people;
and
WHEREAS, The men and women of the Spring Fire Department
have served the citizens of Spring with bravery, skill, and
professionalism, and it is truly fitting that they be recognized
for their exemplary dedication; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Spring Fire
Department on their service and commitment to public safety and
extend to them sincere best wishes for a memorable anniversary
celebration; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the department as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.