TITLE: Recognizing Shawn M. Snider for his contributions to the City of Edinburg.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Shawn M. Snider for his contributions to the City of Edinburg.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Legislature of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Shawn M. Snider on his outstanding accomplishments and on his many contributions to the City of Edinburg and to the Lone Star State; and WHEREAS, An esteemed Texan and a devoted public servant, Shawn Snider is a respected leader in his community of Edinburg, where he resides with his wife, Edna Casas Snider, and his daughter, Sarah Elizabeth Snider; he has served as fire chief of the City of Edinburg Fire Department since 1999, and throughout his tenure of leadership, he has exemplified the highest ideals of public service with honor and integrity; and WHEREAS, Before the age of 18, Shawn Snider began his career as a firefighter by serving as a volunteer member of the City of Alamo Fire Department, where he was employed as a mechanic; realizing his life's calling, he rose through the ranks to become fire marshal for the Alamo Fire Department at the age of 24; in January of 1991, he joined the City of Edinburg Fire Department as assistant fire marshal, and in 1999, he accepted the position of fire chief of the Edinburg Fire Department and took on the role of emergency management coordinator for the city; and WHEREAS, Over the years, Chief Snider has generously devoted his time and energy on behalf of his community through his participation in many professional organizations, in which he has held key leadership roles including those of president of the State Firefighters' and Fire Marshals' Association of Texas and regional director of the Texas Fire Chiefs Association; he served for 10 years as training coordinator for the Rio Grande Valley Firefighters' and Fire Marshals' Association, and his current professional and volunteer activities include serving as a fire school instructor, a search and rescue task force leader, and chairman of the Hidalgo County Fire Chiefs Association; and WHEREAS, Uncompromising in his work ethic and in his commitment to excellence, Chief Snider is certified in a multitude of areas of professional expertise; among his qualifications, he holds master certifications as a firefighter and peace officer, advanced certifications as a fire inspector and arson investigator, and he is certified as a fire executive, public manager, and emergency medical technician; and WHEREAS, Chief Snider has demonstrated great wisdom, diligence, and courage throughout his career and in carrying out the unique and multifaceted responsibilities of his position; his steadfast efforts in support of his colleagues and fellow firefighters have earned him their lasting respect and admiration, and his unwavering commitment to public service has done much to promote the safety and well-being of the Edinburg community and of citizens throughout Texas; and WHEREAS, Chief Snider's remarkable leadership and dedication to duty are a source of inspiration to all who work to benefit the greater good, and it is indeed fitting that he receive special recognition on his invaluable service to the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the 88th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby commend Fire Chief Shawn M. Snider on his exceptional contributions to the City of Edinburg and to the people of Texas and express to him its sincere gratitude and best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be prepared for him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Legislature. President of the Senate Speaker of the House I hereby certify that S.C.R. No. 40 was adopted by the Senate on April 6, 2023. Secretary of the Senate I hereby certify that S.C.R. No. 40 was adopted by the House on April 20, 2023. Chief Clerk of the House Approved: Date Governor