H.R. No. 429


R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, After retiring from a successful career in human resources, Barbara J. Miller of Dallas has applied her energy and skills to effectively serve the members of her community; and WHEREAS, Nationally certified by the Society for Human Resources Management as a senior professional in human resources, Ms. Miller retired in 2000 as a human resources director; and WHEREAS, When a zoning situation threatened her community, Ms. Miller took up the banner of activism and reactivated the Caillet Crime Watch, renaming it Webb Royal Neighborhood Watch; as its chairperson for the past four years, she has overseen an increase in membership, more coordinated efforts with local law enforcement, and a reduction in crime; and WHEREAS, Ms. Miller, who has been active in crime watch for 14 years, became a Volunteers In Patrol member in 2000 and continues to participate in monthly patrols; in 2004, she was recognized for her tireless efforts and commitment with a Special Recognition award from the City of Dallas and with her selection as Crime Watch Chairperson of the Month for July 2004; and WHEREAS, Currently representing the northwest division on the Crime Watch Executive Board, Ms. Miller continues her service by encouraging crime watch development throughout the Dallas area, and she indeed deserves special commendation for her valuable work in behalf of her fellow citizens; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas Legislature hereby honor Barbara J. Miller for her service to the community and commend her for her dedicated efforts with crime watch; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Miller as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Anchia ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 429 was adopted by the House on March 3, 2005, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House