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Resolution - Approval of Recognition for James Oakley, Director District 5 - E Pataki
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Submitted By: Emily Pataki
Department: Board of Directors
Financial Impact and Cost/Benefit Considerations: None
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The State of Texas
County of Blanco
Whereas, the Members, Employees, and the Board of Directors of Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. of Johnson City, Texas, celebrate the contribution of their esteemed colleague and friend, retiring Director James Oakley; and,
Whereas, Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. proudly serves its mission to provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to its Members across the Texas Hill Country; and,
Whereas, James Oakley faithfully and capably served as Director from District 5 for Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. beginning in June 2013 and continued as a dedicated servant and voting Board Member through May 2025; and,
Whereas, James Oakley endeavored to positively shape the leadership and responsible governance of Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc., ensuring sound business practices and strong stewardship of fiscal resources resulting in the Cooperative being recognized as a groundbreaking leader in board transparency; and,
Whereas, James Oakley advocated for state-of-the art technology and facilities to provide safer buildings, facilities, and workspaces for Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. employees to both better serve the Membership, respond to catastrophic storms, and handle unprecedented development and community growth; and,
Whereas, James Oakley strongly supported and championed the employees of Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc.; and,
Whereas, James Oakley gave generously his time, energy, and knowledge to his friends, neighbors, and fellow Members of Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc.; and,
Whereas, James Oakley’s Cooperative experience and willingness to serve will be sorely missed by the Members, employees, and Board of Directors of Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc.; and,
Whereas, the Board of Directors of Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. thought it fit and proper that a Resolution be passed and be affixed to the minutes of the meeting on May 16, 2025, forever recognizing the contributions made by James Oakley;
Now, Therefore, be it resolved by the Board of Directors of Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. that all Members, employees, Officers, and Directors of Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. hereby express their gratitude for the incalculable services rendered by James Oakley; and,
Be It Further Resolved that the original of this resolution be humbly delivered to James Oakley.