79R14391 KO-D By: Dutton H.R. No. 1417R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, For 15 years, Houston Style Magazine has been a popular entertainment and cultural information source for young professionals in the Bayou City, and a "Thirty Under 30" invitational mixer is being held on May 18, 2005, to celebrate the publication's anniversary; and WHEREAS, With a circulation of nearly 50,000, the urban weekly focuses on issues, trends, and events of interest to area readers between the ages of 18 and 39; the magazine also salutes local professionals' achievements and contributions to the community; and WHEREAS, In celebration of its 15th year of publication, Houston Style Magazine is honoring 30 of the city's brightest young leaders under the age of 30; although these young Texans come from diverse backgrounds, they share a common desire to work hard, excel, and effect real change where it is most needed; the Thirty Under 30 mixer will provide an opportunity to introduce these accomplished young Houstonians to scholars, entrepreneurs, executives, and other professionals in order to forge lasting social and intellectual connections between the generations; and WHEREAS, The vibrancy of our cities is dependent on the vitality and enthusiasm of our young people, and the anniversary party for Houston Style Magazine offers an apt opportunity to recognize the future leaders of the Houston area; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas Legislature hereby commend Houston Style Magazine on its 15th anniversary and extend to all those associated with the Thirty Under 30 invitational mixer best wishes for an enjoyable and rewarding event; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the magazine as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.