TITLE: Recognizing Thomas Michael Browning on the occasion of his retirement.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Thomas Michael Browning on the occasion of his retirement.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Thomas Michael Browning, who retired as director of aviation at Valley International Airport after 34 years of leadership in the airport industry; and WHEREAS, Michael Browning began his aviation career after graduating from The University of Texas of the Permian Basin; he served in managerial positions at airports in Victoria and McAllen, and in 1989, he accepted the position of assistant director of aviation at Valley International Airport in Harlingen; he served as director of aviation from 1999 through 2014; and WHEREAS, During his years of leadership at Valley International Airport, Mr. Browning led the efforts to construct the terminal building and to establish a ground-handling department to serve air carriers; he also oversaw the building of an on-site customs office to facilitate private aircraft and inbound cargo; and WHEREAS, He was an invaluable asset to the airport and is respected and admired by members of the Harlingen community; he helped set a course for future growth and success at Valley International Airport, and his presence is greatly missed; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby commend Thomas Michael Browning on his exemplary career with Valley International Airport and extend to him best wishes in all his future endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Lucio President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 7, 2015.