H.R. No. 20 



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The Texas House of Representatives is proud to honor 
Jim Biggerstaff for his many contributions to the quality of life in 
his Plano community; and
	WHEREAS, A resident of that North Texas city for four 
decades, this highly regarded businessman and civic leader has 
devoted half a century to the florist profession, the majority as 
owner and operator of Biggerstaff Flowers, a successful business he 
recently closed in order to focus on his health; and
	WHEREAS, Known for the creativity and imagination reflected 
in his floral creations, Mr. Biggerstaff takes pride in the care and 
personal touch he provided his customers; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Biggerstaff's deep dedication to his community 
leads him to give of his time and talents to many worthy endeavors, 
including the Collin County Community College Board of Trustees and 
Plano's Transition and Revitalization Commission; in 1995, he was 
appointed by Mayor John Longstreet to head the East Plano Task 
Force, which developed a number of major proposals, including one 
for the city's vital research and technology district; his 
volunteerism also has benefited many additional organizations, 
including the Crisis Center of Collin County, the Plano Chamber of 
Commerce, and the Plano Economic Development Board; and
	WHEREAS, In recognition of his leadership and commitment to 
his fellow Texans, he was named Plano Citizen of the Year in 1999, 
and Mayor Pat Evans proclaimed July 22-27, 2002, as "Jim 
Biggerstaff Week"; also in 2002, the city council announced plans 
for a new city plaza to be named for Mr. Biggerstaff and located at 
the site of his original Plano flower shop; and
	WHEREAS, Throughout his life, Jim Biggerstaff has 
exemplified the virtues of dedication, integrity, and compassion as 
a businessman and civic leader, and he serves as a source of 
inspiration to all who know him; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby commend Jim Biggerstaff for his exemplary 
contributions to his fellow citizens and extend to him sincere best 
wishes for continued success and happiness; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Biggerstaff as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives.

                                                                          Madden
                                                                          McCall

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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 20 was adopted by the House on January 
16, 2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House