H.R. No. 984



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, A native Texas persimmon tree has been planted in 
honor of horticulturist Morris Clint, Jr., by Brownsville for his 
half-century of commitment to the city; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Clint, 74, owner of Palm Gardens Nursery, was 
recognized for his longtime civic involvement as a highly regarded 
business leader and volunteer; in turn, the gentleman being lauded 
paid tribute to the late Robert Runyon, a self-taught botanist and 
former Brownsville mayor, for his planting of myriad Sabal palms 
and Montezuma cypress trees that continue to benefit the area's 
landscape today; and
	WHEREAS, The ceremony honoring Mr. Clint was part of Arbor 
Day festivities held at the Brownsville Events Center, the first 
such state-sponsored celebration marking this singular occasion in 
the city's history; and
	WHEREAS, Acclaimed a Tree City USA for the fourth consecutive 
year at an Arbor Day ceremony, Brownsville is one of just 47 cities 
throughout the Lone Star State to have earned that designation and 
Mr. Clint's work has contributed greatly to the enthusiasm of 
Brownsville residents for Arbor Day activities; and
	WHEREAS, For half a century, Morris Clint, Jr., has worked 
for the betterment of his community, and his dedication serves as an 
inspiration to all those who know him; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby commend Morris Clint, Jr., for his deep 
commitment to the citizens and environment of Brownsville and 
extend to him heartfelt best wishes for continued success and 
happiness; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Clint as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.

                                                                           Solis

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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 984 was adopted by the House on May 1, 
2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House