TITLE: Congratulating Gtek Communications in Portland on its 20th anniversary.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Gtek Communications in Portland on its 20th anniversary.

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WHEREAS, Gtek Communications in Portland is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2023, and this occasion offers a welcome opportunity to recognize the history and accomplishments of this notable local enterprise; and WHEREAS, Owned by Portland natives Manfred, Jeff, and Rainer Gleinig, the company started out as a cell phone and computer repair shop when it opened its doors in 2003; the business has since expanded to provide internet, phone, and security services, and it moved into a larger facility in 2015 in order to meet the needs of its growing client base; and WHEREAS, Today, Gtek Communications serves over 50 urban and rural communities across South Texas from its headquarters in Portland, with more than 60 local employees providing internet to some 12,000 customers; the company also gives back to area residents by sponsoring a variety of events and youth activities; and WHEREAS, By creating jobs and helping to ensure a more connected South Texas, Gtek Communications is contributing to the vitality of that region, and the company is indeed deserving of recognition as it marks this important milestone in its history; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Gtek Communications on its 20th anniversary and extend to the Gleinig family and their employees sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Gtek Communications as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Lozano Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2013 was adopted by the House on May 25, 2023, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House