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I was part of the Leadership Longview class you spoke to yesterday. (I’m the guy who asked the question about ETCOG.) Thank you so much for the service you bring to Gregg county. I was impressed by the plans and actions you and your team are taking to make Gregg county a better community. It is obvious to me that you have and will continue to be a great force for economic change here. Thanks for meeting with our class yesterday. I learned so much, have a greater appreciation for what you do, am encouraged for our future, and want more than ever to be part of the solution in our community.
Thanks, A.B.

- Andy Burnfield

“I want to thank you again for your support of the Kilgore FFA. The show and sell was a great success.”

- Paiten Ligon, Kilgore FFA Vice President

“On behalf of the Board of Directors of Longview 2020, I want to thank you for your insightful update today regarding the current state of county affairs in Gregg County. Longview is a fortunate community to have you watching out for us.”

- Dan Fiscus, President Longview 2020

“I would like to extend to you my heartfelt gratitude for your total support for the traffic light to be installed at Alpine and Smelley Rd. It would not have been possible without the cooperation from you and Mr. Ronnie McKinney’s, along with the other parties, who with enthusiasm and hard work, joined us with the same goal in mind. I totally concur with the way you administer the budget of Gregg County, and do business the old fashioned way by keeping a good firm grip on the purse strings.”

- Wesley Dollahite

“…We applaud your personal commitment to provide quality services to enhance the quality of life for the citizens in our community.”

- Susan Richards, Parenting Resource Center

“Congratulations on being honored by the Boy Scouts of America, East Texas Council with the 2009 Distinguished Citizens Good Turn Award. You have certainly exemplified the Scout’s motto of “Be Prepared” throughout your tenure as Judge. In addition, you have always “Done Your Duty” whenever needed. East Texas is a better community because of you.”

- Jimmy Walker & Dan Malone, Coldwell Banker

“Thank you for the interesting and timely update regarding TxDOT projects in the Longview area…We all thank you for you advocacy for Longview and our region.”

- Longview 2020 Forum

“Thank you so much for being a reader in the Kidgits Mall Event…”

- Longview Public Library

“Thank you for providing such a great educational experience for Kilgore College Upward Bound Students. My hope for them is to learn to give back to their very own community.”

- Jude Dubois, Director, Upward Bound Program, Kilgore College

“We thank you for your “gray hair” and “battle scars” on behalf of all our citizens.”

- Frank Jackson, M.D.

“Because of your support we are able to help hurting families in Gregg County.”

- The Crisis Center

“Without the support of individuals such as yourself, we would not be able to continue to serve our community”

- Longview Oil Derrick, Top Teens of America

“The Kilgore Independent School District Education Foundation is focused on providing and sustaining current technology in the classrooms of the school district….Your membership and contribution will help make this goal attainable.”

- Kilgore ISD Education Foundation

You give so much of yourself in the kindness you show and the lives you touch. That’s why you deserve a heartfelt “thank you” and a wish that all the goodness you share comes back to you.

- Community Healthcore

Judge Stoudt,
I wanted to send you a quick note of thanks for all you do for the East Texas region. Thanks of your unselfish leadership and dedication, and for being willing to “stand in the gap” when the going gets tough! I also sincerely appreciate your willingness to serve on the Citizen’s Advisory Team and most recently on the Executive Committee at ETCOG! We would not be where we are today in transportation and many other areas without you.

- ETCOG

Just saw your press conference, Thank God! Glad we are all going forward to get our city back! Take care, very proud of all of you.

- JT Lewis

Hi! My name is Jordan Wright, and I am a senior baseball player at Longview High School. Thank you for supporting Lobos Baseball this season! I look forward to a good season.

- Jordan Wright, LHS

Dear Judge Stoudt,
The congregation of Longview Missionary Baptist Church would like you to know we continue praying for you and your family. You have served our community with character and integrity and with a heart to serve the people. Serving others can be a daunting task, we want you to know we support you 100%. Thank you!

- LMBC

Dear Judge,
Thank you so much for the $1,500 donation to Raisin’ The Roof! We raised $79,343 This Year! It’s because of people like you we are able to help the people of Gregg County!

- Habitat for Humanity

Judge,
Thank you so much for participating in and supporting our CASA event! We are so grateful to you for everything you do for us and for helping make the event so fun and special.

- East Texas CASA

“I value your input and guidance. Thank you for your service and dedication to Gregg County. We are blessed to have you as our County Judge!”

- Gina

“Thank you so much for declaring May 24, 2016 as Glenda Johnson – Woman of Achievement Day in Gregg County. I am honored by your comments and this proclamation. Your recognition of women leaders in our country is a positive step that encourages young women leaders to continue stepping forward to address the issues and concerns of the country. Their contributions, combined with those of other active participants working to make positive changes for women in education and business, guarantees that the future of Longview is very bright. Thank you for being a positive role model for collaborative, active leadership.”

- Glenda

“On behalf of the staff and board of directors of East Texas CASA, thank you so much for Gregg County’s continued support of our organization. It is because of faithful community members and organizations that we are able to serve the children in foster care in our community. We truly appreciate Gregg County’s dedication to the community and to our organization specifically. We cannot express enough gratitude for all you do!”

- Shelly

“You’re a great servant leader in various venues in GREGG county. Thank you for your service!”

- Steve

“Texas Bank and Trust has been recognizing our generous-spirited volunteers and the organizations and cause they work for since 1977. We are glad to salute you as a person who truly makes a difference.”

- Rogers Pope Jr., & Karen Partee, Texas Bank and Trust

Thank you for participating in the celebration of traditional Marriage Sunday and sharing powerful words of support and affirmation. I appreciate your leadership in our community.

- Gregg Zachary, Mobberly Baptist Church

It’s always good to see a friend get the recognition he deserves. Congratulations on being named Champion for Youth for the Boys & Girls Club.

- Mike Childress

“Thank you so much for taking time out of your schedule a few weeks ago to speak to the Leadership Longview class. I know you are a busy man and so I am thankful that you made that a priority for the day. I had the chance to read the class reviews and all those who answered thoroughly enjoyed your presentation and the honesty and humility from which you spoke. I am thankful that a man of your leadership and character is helping leas our county. Thanks again Judge Stout.”

- Cody Bailey

“Your tenure as Gregg County Judge ranks you as the best, by far, that I have observed in my 50 years watching Gregg County government. In this very rough and tumble political world, you have presided with dignity, class, and respect to a very demanding job, compounded with the fact you have 124,000 bosses and instant critics of anything you might say or do as a manager of the county. I know the list of issues that you deal with is far longer than I know, just wanted to say JOB WELL DONE and thank you for all your efforts on behalf of the citizens of Gregg County.
Again, thank you for all you have done for this community, and keep up the good work!”

- Jim Hurst

“Judge Stoudt,
Thank you so much for taking time out of your schedule a few weeks ago to speak to the Leadership Longview class. I know you are a busy man and so I am thankful that you made that a priority for the day. I had the chance to read the class reviews and all those who answered thoroughly enjoyed your presentation and the honesty and humility from which you spoke. I am thankful that a man of your leadership and character is helping lead our county. Thanks again Judge Stoudt.”

- Cody Bailey

“I attended the Krauthamer lecture at Maude Cobb where you had the honor to introduce Charles. While you were giving the introduction, I started thinking.
Your tenure as Gregg County Judge ranks you as the best, by far, that I have observed in my 50 years of watching Gregg Country government. In this very rough and tumble political world, you have presided with dignity, class, and respect to a very demanding job, compounded with the fact you have 124,000 bosses and instance critics of anything you might say or do as manager of the county. I know the list of issues that you deal with is far longer than I know, just wanted to say JOB WELL DONE and thank you for all your efforts on behalf of the citizens of Gregg County.”

- Jim Hurst

Congratulations on receiving the Unity award from the Partners in Prevention’s Unity and Diversity Committee! Having witnessed first-hand your tireless efforts to promote harmony, understanding and social justice in Longview, this is an honor that I know i clearly well-deserved. Your commitment to serving our community is remarkable. It is only appropriate that we honor you for standing out among an exceptional group of citizens and elected officials. Longview is blessed to have you as a representative of justice, selflessly advocating for the City’s interests. Thank you again for your service.

- Chris Praddie, Texas House of Representatives