SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 105
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Barbara Grove on the occasion of her retirement after 
18 years of outstanding service to the City of Austin and the 
State of Texas as director of Visitor Services for the Austin 
Convention and Visitors Bureau; and
	WHEREAS, Barbara has represented the very best of Austin 
hospitality to visitors and guests, enthusiastically devoting 
her time and energy to their needs and requests; and
	WHEREAS, Over the years, she has acted as the City of Austin's
welcoming ambassador to the many people who stop by the Austin 
Visitor Center; she has answered countless questions, from the 
serious to the ridiculous, and has always managed to retain her 
sense of humor; in all instances, she has graciously pointed 
out-of-town guests in the right direction as they set out to 
visit notable landmarks or to explore Austin's unique arts and 
dining venues and experiences; and
	WHEREAS, Prior to assuming the position as director 
of visitor services, Barbara had a successful career as a 
professional musician; she played oboe for the Dallas and 
Fort Worth symphonies, ballet, and opera companies for 20 years; 
and
	WHEREAS, Committed to participating in the city's civic 
affairs, Barbara plans to remain active with the Downtown Austin 
Alliance and Saint David's Episcopal Church and to serve as 
chairman of the Austin Chamber Music Center and as a volunteer 
with the Austin Farmers Market; she also plans to lend her 


expertise and assistance to various conventions sponsored by the 
Austin Convention and Visitors Bureau; and
	WHEREAS, Barbara has served the capital city of Texas with 
loyalty and dedication, and her presence at the Austin Visitor 
Center will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 
78th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend Barbara Grove
for her exemplary service to the City of Austin and the State of Texas
and extend best wishes to her for her endeavors during the 
retirement years ahead; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
                                                                      Barrientos




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on July 22, 2003.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate