SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 224

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased
to welcome representatives of Leadership North Houston on
the occasion of their visit to the State Capitol on
February 24, 2005; and
	WHEREAS, Leadership North Houston was founded 10 years
ago by business and community leaders who wanted to provide 
educational opportunities for existing and emerging community 
leaders and enhance their leadership skills; and
	WHEREAS, Begun by chamber of commerce executives and 
members from several communities, the program was encouraged by 
the chancellor of the North Harris Montgomery Community College 
District, Dr. John Pickelman, who had participated in similar 
programs in Dallas and Galveston; the North Harris Montgomery 
Community College District serves as the administrator and 
sponsor for the program; and
	WHEREAS, Other sponsors of Leadership North Houston 
include the Humble Area Chamber of Commerce, North Houston 
Greenspoint Chamber of Commerce, Houston Northwest Chamber of 
Commerce, Community Chamber of Commerce, Greater Tomball Chamber 
of Commerce, Acres Home Citizens Chamber of Commerce, CyFair 
Chamber of Commerce, and the North Houston Association; and
	WHEREAS, Leadership North Houston participants are 
concerned citizens who are committed to working with other 
community leaders on understanding issues and problem-solving in 
the North Houston community; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, hereby commend Leadership North Houston for 
its dedication and commitment to its community and welcome the 
organization's members to the State Capitol on February 24, 2005; 
and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
them as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
                                                                         Lindsay




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on February 24, 2005.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate