HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 99-4723, by Representatives Veloria and Cody

      WHEREAS, It is the policy of the Washington State Legislature to recognize the contributions of individuals who reflect the standards of excellence that enhance the well-being and quality of life of the citizens of the State of Washington; and

      WHEREAS, Donald L. Henry, resident of Seattle, Commissioner of Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge Water & Sewer is retiring after twelve years of uninterrupted volunteer service; and

      WHEREAS, Donald displayed excellent leadership in the recent merger of Skyway Water & Sewer into Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge Water & Sewer; and

      WHEREAS, Donald has been active in the West Hill Community Council, and helped raise money for a bronze statue for Fire District 20; and

      WHEREAS, Donald is currently a lieutenant with the Seattle Fire Department and a volunteer with Fire District 20; and

      WHEREAS, Donald is described by friends as loyal to his family and community, and a caring "pussycat," despite playing the part of the "hard nose guy" asking the tough questions; and

      WHEREAS, Donald, in his achievement, has made his wife, Doris, children, Donald Jr. and Deborah, and grandchildren, Zachary, Hunter, and Jessica justly proud;

      NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives honor Donald Henry for his dedicated work and achievement in community service in the State of Washington; and

      BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Co-Chief Clerks of the House of Representatives to Donald Henry.

    I hereby certify this to be a true and correct copy of

    Resolution 4723 adopted by the House of Representatives

                       January 21, 2000.

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Timothy A. Martin, Co-Chief Clerk Cynthia Zehnder Co-Chief Clerk