TITLE: Congratulating Lieutenant Rick Gilley on his retirement from the Midland Police Department.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Lieutenant Rick Gilley on his retirement from the Midland Police Department.

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WHEREAS, Lieutenant Rick Gilley is retiring from the Midland Police Department in June 2013, drawing to a close a notable career in law enforcement that has spanned nearly three decades; and WHEREAS, Lieutenant Gilley has served in the department since 1985; he graduated from the Bill Blackwood Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas in 1996, and he earned his Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education Master Peace Officer certificate that same year; he later graduated from the FBI National Academy during its 195th session in 1998; and WHEREAS, In addition to his regular duties, Lieutenant Gilley has served on numerous dignitary protection details for key government officials, including those for former presidents and vice presidents of the United States; he has earned many commendations through the years, and he is the recipient of the department's Distinguished Service Medal and its Medal of Service Award; and WHEREAS, Lieutenant Gilley's dedication, professionalism, and commitment to protecting the safety and welfare of the public have greatly benefited the citizens of Midland, and he may indeed reflect with pride on his accomplishments as he embarks on the next exciting chapter of his life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Rick Gilley on his retirement from the Midland Police Department 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 Lieutenant Gilley as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Craddick Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2151 was adopted by the House on May 17, 2013, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House