By Hodge                                               H.R. No. 856

         75R13955 JHS-D                           

                                 R E S O L U T I O N

 1-1           WHEREAS, Dick Solo's dedication to the State of Texas and the

 1-2     citizens of Dallas County has been truly exemplary, and the members

 1-3     of this chamber would like to take this opportunity to recognize

 1-4     him for his many years of service to the community; and

 1-5           WHEREAS, A certified public accountant by profession,

 1-6     Mr. Solo currently serves as a precinct chair in Dallas County; in

 1-7     addition, he has been a member of the Commission on Human Rights

 1-8     since his 1991 appointment by Governor Ann Richards, and he serves

 1-9     on the executive boards and as treasurer of both the Trinity

1-10     Ministries for the Poor and Family Gateway organizations; and

1-11           WHEREAS, Mr. Solo is a longtime member of the Democratic

1-12     Party, and his diligent work in promoting the ideas and ideals of

1-13     that group has been nothing short of inspirational; in addition to

1-14     his tremendous efforts in behalf of the party, his calm and steady

1-15     influence has helped to strengthen the resolve of the many

1-16     individuals who support the Democratic Party in Dallas; and

1-17           WHEREAS, A former member of the State Democratic Executive

1-18     Committee, this remarkable gentleman demonstrated outstanding

1-19     leadership and commitment during his tenure with that noteworthy

1-20     body, and these qualities have deservedly earned him the respect

1-21     and admiration of his family, friends, and coworkers; and                 

1-22           WHEREAS, Dick Solo's compassionate and understanding nature

1-23     has often been a comfort to others in the critical moments of their

1-24     lives, and his positive attitude and generosity of spirit are to be

 2-1     commended; now, therefore, be it

 2-2           RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 75th Texas

 2-3     Legislature hereby honor Dick Solo for his many significant

 2-4     contributions to the betterment of his community and state and wish

 2-5     him well in all his future endeavors; and, be it further

 2-6           RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be

 2-7     prepared for Mr. Solo as an expression of high regard by the Texas

 2-8     House of Representatives.