TITLE: Honoring Lieutenant Kelly Velder for his 25 years of service with the Arlington Police Department.

SUMMARY: Honoring Lieutenant Kelly Velder for his 25 years of service with the Arlington Police Department.

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WHEREAS, Lieutenant Kelly Velder has rendered outstanding service to his fellow North Texas residents during his 25-year career with the Arlington Police Department; and WHEREAS, The well-being of a community depends on the skill and courage of its police personnel, as well as on their steadfast commitment to serve and protect; and WHEREAS, A respected public servant, Lieutenant Velder can take justifiable pride in the contributions he has made in safeguarding the lives and property of local citizens; and WHEREAS, Throughout his distinguished tenure, Lieutenant Velder has exemplified the highest ideals of the law enforcement profession, and he is indeed deserving of recognition for a job well done; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby honor Lieutenant Kelly Velder for his 25 years of service with the Arlington Police Department and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success in his vital work; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Lieutenant Velder as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Tinderholt Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2130 was adopted by the House on May 21, 2015, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House