TITLE: Congratulating retired Gainesville firefighter Shane Lee on the addition of his name to the city's firefighter memorial.

SUMMARY: Congratulating retired Gainesville firefighter Shane Lee on the addition of his name to the city's firefighter memorial.

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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. Springer Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 278 was adopted by the House on March 13, 2019, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House