TITLE: Recognizing Kayla Marie Atkinson of Livingston for her tribute to peace officers.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Kayla Marie Atkinson of Livingston for her tribute to peace officers.

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WHEREAS, Kayla Marie Atkinson of Livingston inspired many people with her sincere tribute to the peace officers of Polk County on February 6, 2015; and WHEREAS, Although she is only nine years old, Kayla has demonstrated exceptional compassion for the men and women who work to keep her community safe; inspired by a YouTube video titled "Dear Officer, I See You," she decided to cut construction paper into heart shapes, write messages of thanks and encouragement on each, and present them to officers at the Polk County Sheriff's Department; and WHEREAS, Livingston Police Chief Dennis Clifton, Polk County Sheriff Ken Hammack, and officers, detectives, constables, and game wardens from across the area were present to receive Kayla's sweet handiwork; and WHEREAS, Through her creativity and generosity, Kayla Atkinson brought good cheer to local law enforcement officers, and in so doing, she has touched the lives of many and set an example of kindness and appreciation to which people of all ages may aspire; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby recognize Kayla Marie Atkinson for her thoughtful deed and extend to her sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Kayla as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. White of Tyler Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 842 was adopted by the House on March 12, 2015, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House