79R10842 MDM-D

By:  Gonzales                                                     H.R. No. 1239



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Miriam M. Barrientos has been selected the 2004 
Youth of the Year for the Boys and Girls Club of McAllen, and she 
truly merits special recognition; and
	WHEREAS, This prestigious honor, sponsored by the Readers 
Digest Foundation and administered by the Boys and Girls Clubs of 
America, is presented to young Americans who demonstrate superior 
leadership skills and academic achievement as well as outstanding 
service in behalf of Boys and Girls Clubs and their wider 
communities; and
	WHEREAS, Throughout her six-year membership with the Boys and 
Girls Club of McAllen, Ms. Barrientos has set a sterling example as 
a mentor and role model; in addition to her scholastic 
responsibilities, this impressive young woman serves as track 
manager for the Rowe High School track team, participates with her 
school band and in UIL activities, and is a member of the Fellowship 
of Christian Athletes, the FFA, and the National Honor Society; and
	WHEREAS, Miriam Barrientos makes a positive difference in the 
lives of countless people, and it is appropriate to take this 
opportunity to honor her on her recent achievement; now, therefore, 
be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby congratulate Miriam M. Barrientos on being named 
the 2004 Youth of the Year for the Boys and Girls Club of McAllen and 
extend to her sincere best wishes for happiness and prosperity in 
the coming years; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Ms. Barrientos as an expression of high regard from the 
Texas House of Representatives.