H.R. No. 118



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, For nearly a decade, businesswoman and civic leader 
Linda McNeff has played an instrumental role in the development and 
promotion of businesses in the historic downtown area of McKinney, 
and her enduring commitment to volunteerism and community service 
is indeed deserving of special praise and recognition; and
	WHEREAS, Ms. McNeff purchased her first building in downtown 
McKinney in 1994, and soon thereafter opened Arabella's, a gift and 
clothing boutique that has since expanded to additional locations 
in McKinney, Frisco, and Dallas; an active member of the Downtown 
McKinney Association (DMA), she has held the offices of DMA 
president, secretary, and board member over the years; and
	WHEREAS, This energetic Texan has also given generously of 
her time and resources to such notable organizations as the 
McKinney Chamber of Commerce and the Cultural Arts Alliance of 
McKinney, as well as to many other associations that work to 
preserve the historic downtown area and to expand business 
opportunities for local retailers and entrepreneurs; in recent 
years she has been recognized by the Texas Festival and Events 
Association for her successful efforts in creating, promoting, and 
coordinating community events, including Wild West Fest, Taste of 
Collin County, and the McKinney Art and Jazz festival, all of which 
have proven to be wildly popular among residents and visitors 
alike; and
	WHEREAS, Through her hard work, enthusiasm, and business 
acumen, Ms. McNeff has contributed to the growth of her town as a 
thriving tourist destination, and it is a pleasure to join with the 
residents of McKinney in paying tribute to her many years of 
outstanding community service; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend Linda McNeff on her 
significant contributions to the city of McKinney and extend to her 
best wishes for success and happiness in all her future endeavors; 
and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Ms. McNeff as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.

                                                                          Paxton

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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 118 was adopted by the House on July 
28, 2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House