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RESOLUTION NO. �012-�36
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE NAMING OF THE PROPOSED ATHLETIC
COMPLEX AT NORTH LAKES PARK AFTER G. ROLAND VELA; AND DECLARING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, G. Roland Vela recognized the value of community service since first
coming to Denton over 47 years ago, and understands the value of community relationships and
community building, which he exemplified through his worlc and service in a number of City of
Denton Boards and Commissions, the most notable being his service as the first Latino elected
member to the City Council in 1979; and
WHEREAS, G. Roland Vela served on the Board of Directors of the Flow Medical
Foundation, Anne's Haven Hospice, Denton County Cooperative Agency, Our Daily Bread,
Board of Directors of the Texas Municipal Power Agency, and Airport Advisory Board; and
WHEREAS, G. Roland Vela, as Professor of Microbiology, contributed enormously to
the University of North Texas in his over 35 years of service and, even though retired from the
University of North Texas, remains active as a Professor Emeritus, and retains his membership in
the prestigious American Academy of Microbiology; and
WHEREAS, the City of Denton wishes to honor this great American and commit to the
memory of its citizenry the accomplishments made by G. Roland Vela and the contributions he
has made to the Denton community; NOW, THEREFORE,
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DENTON HEREBY RESOLVES:
SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Denton, in accordance with Resolution No.
R2012-007, does hereby name the athletic complex at North Lakes Park the "G. Roland Vela
Athletic Complex" in honor of this man. Any costs associated with plaques, markers, or
memorials shall be borne by the City.
SECTION 2. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage and
approval.
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PASSED AND APPROVED this the � day of �(� (�(y-('/t� , 2012.
ATTEST:
JENNIFER WALTERS, CITY SECRETARY
BY: �
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM:
ANITA BURGESS, CITY ATTORNEY
BY:
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ARK A. BURR GHS, MAYOR