TITLE: Recognizing Chris Kirk for receiving the Tom Tellepsen Award.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Chris Kirk for receiving the Tom Tellepsen Award.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Brazos County Sheriff Chris Kirk, who has been named the recipient of the Tom Tellepsen Award by the Sheriffs' Association of Texas; and WHEREAS, This prestigious honor is awarded each year to a person who makes outstanding contributions to law enforcement and whose love of the profession and dedication to its principles go beyond ability; and WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Sheriff Kirk has handled the unique responsibilities of law enforcement duty with courage, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to public service; and WHEREAS, Over the years, he has made invaluable contributions to his profession through his service as president of the Western States Sheriffs' Association and the Sheriffs' Association of Texas; he has also been a staunch supporter of the Scotty's House child advocacy center; and WHEREAS, An exemplary peace officer, he is respected and admired by his colleagues and by area citizens, and it is truly fitting that he receive special recognition; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend Sheriff Chris Kirk on his exceptional service to the people of Brazos County and extend congratulations to him on receiving the Tom Tellepsen Award; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Schwertner President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on August 10, 2017.