2023S0412-1 05/11/23 By: Creighton S.R. No. 629 SENATE RESOLUTION WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Judge Wayne Mack on his outstanding service as justice of the peace in Montgomery County; and WHEREAS, Judge Mack took office as county judge on May 1, 2014, and he has faithfully served the residents of Montgomery County for nearly a decade; a graduate of Jackson College of Ministries and the Lone Star College Police Academy, he previously served with the Conroe Police Department as a deputy reserve constable and as the reserve unit supervisor; Judge Mack is dedicated to upholding the law, and he presides over Montgomery County Precinct One with the highest standards of judicial conduct; and WHEREAS, Shortly after his election to the bench, Judge Mack established a chaplaincy program of clergy and laity from several faiths and denominations that assists law enforcement officers who are working with community members during times of crisis and tragedy; this program has greatly expanded over the past eight years and has provided spiritual guidance and solace to countless individuals and law enforcement officials; and WHEREAS, An esteemed public servant and a highly respected leader in the Montgomery County community, Judge Mack has given generously of his time and energy to benefit numerous groups and causes, including Montgomery County Youth Services, the Women's Center, and Children's Safe Harbor; he has served in leadership roles with such organizations as Montgomery County United Way, the Conroe Noon Lions Club, the Friendship Center, and the Conroe Family Young Men's Christian Association; and WHEREAS, Throughout his more than 20 years as a peace officer and justice of the peace, Judge Mack has worked tirelessly to serve the families and youth of Montgomery County; his efforts and accomplishments have provided an invaluable benefit to the county and its residents, and he has made a positive difference in the lives of many; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, hereby commend Judge Wayne Mack on his distinguished career and service to Montgomery County and extend to him best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.