79R13353 BJM-D

By:  Hopson                                                       H.R. No. 1360



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, For five years, Larry Morgan has been a vital member 
of the Jacksonville community, serving as president of the 
Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce and chief executive officer of 
economic development; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Morgan began his tenure with the chamber in 2000 
and has since been a vigorous advocate for the residents of 
Jacksonville, promoting area events and championing local 
businesses and organizations; he has forged strong relationships 
with the city government and with state agencies, such as TXDOT, to 
maintain tourism and economic development in the Cherokee County 
area; this esteemed professional has also brought to fruition a 
host of community projects, including Love's Lookout, a 
state-of-the-art information center and rest area; and
	WHEREAS, Before moving to Jacksonville, this graduate of the 
University of North Texas served as the parks and recreation 
director for the cities of Euless and Tyler; with his departure he 
leaves behind a legacy of goodwill and professionalism, and he will 
no doubt bring the same energy and commitment to his new position as 
city manager of Bullard; and
	WHEREAS, Larry Morgan has worked tirelessly in behalf of the 
citizens of Jacksonville, and as he prepares to embark on a new 
phase in his career, it is a pleasure to recognize him for his 
myriad accomplishments; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby commend Larry Morgan for the invaluable 
contributions he has made to the Jacksonville community as 
president of the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce and chief 
executive officer of economic development and extend to him sincere 
best wishes for success in his new post; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Morgan as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.