TITLE: Honoring John Lenz for his service with the Austin Fire Department and the North Austin Municipal Utility District No. 1.

SUMMARY: Honoring John Lenz for his service with the Austin Fire Department and the North Austin Municipal Utility District No. 1.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, John Lenz has performed invaluable service to his community, both as a veteran firefighter with the Austin Fire Department and as a longtime member of the board of directors for the North Austin Municipal Utility District No. 1; and WHEREAS, A veteran of the U.S. Army, Mr. Lenz joined the Austin Fire Department 19 years ago, and he successfully competed with hundreds of candidates to earn promotion to driver and then to lieutenant; in his current role as captain, he supervises four fire stations, and he also serves as acting chief in the absence of his immediate superior; when fire broke out in South Austin near the Circle Cdevelopment in 2011, Captain Lenz assisted in saving many homes, and his skill, courage, and leadership have earned him the lasting respect of his coworkers and the public; in addition, Captain Lenz has worked as a training officer at the AFD's training academy, helping to educate and inspire the next generation of firefighters; and WHEREAS, Despite the demands of his professional duties, Mr. Lenz found the time to serve his community as a member of the board of directors of the North Austin MUD No. 1; over the course of his tenure, he helped change his neighborhood's name from Milwood to Rattan Creek to avoid confusion with another area, participated in the successful effort to postpone the neighborhood's annexation by the City of Austin until 2023, spearheaded the installation and repair of fire hydrants, and worked with the county to improve crosswalks and the center striping of roads; and WHEREAS, In his role as a firefighter, John Lenz has helped protect the lives and property of his fellow citizens, and in his role as a community leader, he has greatly benefited his neighborhood, and he may indeed take pride in his outstanding record of dedication, professionalism, and service to others; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby commend John Lenz for his service to the Austin Fire Department and to the North Austin Municipal Utility District No. 1 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 Mr. Lenz as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Dale Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1337 was adopted by the House on April 17, 2013, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House