By Wise                                                H.R. No. 415
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                                 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.