TITLE: Congratulating Rayford H. Rash on his retirement as director of public works for the City of Shepherd.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Rayford H. Rash on his retirement as director of public works for the City of Shepherd.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Rayford H. Rash of Goodrich retired as director of public works for the City of Shepherd on February 28, 2019, drawing to a close more than three decades of outstanding service to his fellow Texans; and WHEREAS, Ray Rash worked for two other municipalities for 14 years before being hired by the City of Shepherd on August 3, 1998; after his promotion to public works director in August 2007, he was responsible for overseeing various departments that play a vital role in the daily lives of residents, and he had the distinction of being the first city employee to retire with two decades of service; and WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Rash has enjoyed the love and support of his wife, Kathy Leloux; and WHEREAS, Ray Rash's hard work, professionalism, and dedication to excellence have earned him the lasting respect of all who know him, and he may reflect with pride on his achievements as he embarks on the next exciting chapter of his life; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Rayford H. Rash on his retirement as director of public works for the City of Shepherd 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. Rash as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Bailes Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 772 was adopted by the House on March 21, 2019, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House