TITLE: Congratulating San Patricio County Judge Terry Simpson on his receipt of a 2017 Outstanding Community Leader Award from LULAC Council No. 1 in Corpus Christi.

SUMMARY: Congratulating San Patricio County Judge Terry Simpson on his receipt of a 2017 Outstanding Community Leader Award from LULAC Council No. 1 in Corpus Christi.

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WHEREAS, San Patricio County Judge Terry Simpson is being presented with an Outstanding Community Leader Award by LULAC Council No. 1 in Corpus Christi at the organization's 21st annual awards banquet on February 16, 2017; and WHEREAS, Currently serving his fourth term as county judge, Terry Simpson has partnered with economic development groups to raise the profile of San Patricio County and the Coastal Bend area as a desirable destination for business, and he helped to secure a seat for San Patricio County on the Port of Corpus Christi Authority; under his guidance, the county has also increased its investment in wind energy, resulting in property tax revenue for area school districts, and he continues to seek out grant funds for sewer systems, housing rehabilitation, and other infrastructure needs; and WHEREAS, Judge Simpson previously served as a deputy sheriff for the county for nearly three decades and as justice of the peace, Precinct 1, for seven years; he has further benefited his fellow citizens through his involvement with numerous boards and committees dedicated to promoting economic and community growth; in recognition of his myriad accomplishments, he was presented with the Road Hand Award by the Texas Department of Transportation and named the 2014 Newsmaker of the Year by the Corpus Christi Caller-Times;and WHEREAS, The strength of our communities is enhanced by the devoted efforts of individuals such as Judge Terry Simpson, whose tireless work has contributed immeasurably to the quality of life in the Corpus Christi area and beyond; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate the Honorable Terry Simpson on his receipt of an Outstanding Community Leader Award from LULAC Council No. 1 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 Judge Simpson as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Herrero Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 415 was adopted by the House on March 2, 2017, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House