[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 194 (Wednesday, December 14, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1291]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        RECOGNIZING RON MARCHANT

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                        HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 14, 2022

  Mr. BURGESS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Ron Marchant, a 
public servant now retiring after 34 honorable years of service. 
Marchant's career exemplifies the best of North Texas and the heart of 
determination which binds all Texans. Prior to his time as an elected 
official, Marchant received a degree in Religious Education from 
Southern Nazarene University which he used to pursue a career in 
marketing and teaching as well as endeavors in art and music. The 
community of Carrollton recognized Marchant's leadership and skill by 
electing him to the City Council of Carrollton from 1987 to 1992. In 
1993, Marchant was elected as Justice of the Peace in Precinct 6 of 
Denton County, where he served until 2006.
  Throughout those 13 years, Marchant dedicated himself to learning the 
problems which impacted the daily lives of the people of Denton County. 
He applied these years of experience to his career when he began as 
Precinct 2 Commissioner in Denton County in 2007. In this role, 
Marchant walked alongside citizens of North Texas for 16 years and 
assisted with many projects which transformed their lives. Marchant has 
successfully protected the liberties of Denton residents by maintaining 
low property taxes. He also dedicated himself to the expansion of 
mental health services and crucial resources which offer the people of 
Denton County food and housing. He provided comfort in times of turmoil 
by helping open vaccination clinics at Texas Motor Speedway which would 
administer over 300,000 individuals their COVID-19 vaccines. Marchant 
deeply values his experience in organizing the employee wellness clinic 
which facilitates affordable services for employees and retirees and 
decreases their risk of long-term illness. Marchant also served on many 
boards and committees, including the Metrocrest Hospital Authority, the 
Denton County Environmental Task Force, and the Denton County Health 
Advisory Board.
  In both his career and personal life, Marchant has dedicated himself 
to future generations of Texans. Starting in 2004, Merchant acted as 
the Carrollton Christian Academy Mock Trial coach, instructing 
students, and providing them access to his detailed knowledge of trial 
procedures and preparing them for success. He also prioritizes his time 
with his children and grandchildren and plans to continue his advocacy 
for Denton County in the interest of creating a strong and thriving 
community for the next generation. Marchant's advocacy for the people 
of Denton County has had a profound impact on the entire region and 
improved the quality of life for countless individuals in North Texas. 
I thank Ron Marchant for his years of public service and excellence in 
the role of Commissioner. I, along with the rest of North Texas, wish 
to follow his example and cultivate his legacy of selflessness and 
competence. I congratulate him on his retirement.

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