TITLE: Congratulating Ward Roddam on being named Rockdale Volunteer Fire Department Firefighter of the Year.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Ward Roddam on being named Rockdale Volunteer Fire Department Firefighter of the Year.

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WHEREAS, Ward Roddam was named Firefighter of the Year by the Rockdale Volunteer Fire Department on February 21, 2015, and this prestigious honor reflects the high esteem in which he is held by his peers; and WHEREAS, Presented during the annual police officer and firefighter appreciation event at the Rockdale Knights of Columbus Hall, the winner of the Firefighter of the Year accolade is selected from a pool of worthy candidates by members of the RVFD; and WHEREAS, Mr. Roddam has worked diligently in behalf of his department and his fellow citizens for more than a quarter-century, and he currently leads the RVFD as fire chief; and WHEREAS, Chief Roddam has earned the respect and admiration of many for his dedication, professionalism, and commitment to public safety, and he may indeed take pride in his outstanding contributions to the city of Rockdale; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Ward Roddam on being named Firefighter of the Year by the Rockdale Volunteer Fire Department 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 Chief Roddam as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Farney Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1177 was adopted by the House on March 26, 2015, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House