R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, November 15, 2000, marked the end of a 23-year 1-2 tenure with Southwestern Bell for Rose A. Cantu, and this occasion 1-3 is indeed deserving of special recognition; and 1-4 WHEREAS, Ms. Cantu joined the San Antonio office as an 1-5 operator in 1977, and since that time her significant contributions 1-6 and strong work ethic have been truly commendable; and 1-7 WHEREAS, An integral part of the Southwestern Bell team, this 1-8 dedicated Texan used her myriad skills to quickly ascend the ranks 1-9 of the company; retired from a management position, she will long 1-10 be remembered as an exceptional leader and motivator; and 1-11 WHEREAS, In addition to having built a distinguished career, 1-12 this civic-minded individual is active throughout her community, 1-13 giving generously of her time and talents to a host of worthwhile 1-14 organizations; the Harlingen Chamber of Commerce Youth and Adult 1-15 Leadership committees, the United Way Budget and Admissions 1-16 Committee, and the Juvenile School Court Conference are among the 1-17 groups that have benefited from her extensive experience and 1-18 compassionate spirit; and 1-19 WHEREAS, An alumna of the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, 1-20 Ms. Cantu has earned the respect of colleagues and friends for her 1-21 dedication and many notable accomplishments at Southwestern Bell, 1-22 and it is a privilege to join them in honoring her; now, therefore, 1-23 be it 1-24 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 77th Texas 2-1 Legislature hereby pay tribute to Rose A. Cantu on the occasion of 2-2 her retirement from Southwestern Bell and in recognition of her 23 2-3 years of outstanding service; and, be it further 2-4 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-5 prepared for Ms. Cantu as an expression of high regard and best 2-6 wishes by the Texas House of Representatives. Wise _______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 415 was adopted by the House on April 5, 2001, by a non-record vote. _______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House