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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 601
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Rhonda Jones for her selection as a recipient of a Weselene Wiley Inspirational Award from the Dallas Chapter of the National Association of Black Social Workers, Incorporated; and WHEREAS, Rhonda was presented the award as a medical honoree at the Hezekiah Jerry Scholarship Luncheon on March 5, 2005; Rhonda exemplifies the theme of this year's luncheon, "Continuing To Make A Difference"; and WHEREAS, Rhonda is a compassionate advocate for the two most vulnerable groups of people in our society, children and the elderly; a longtime caseworker and supervisor for the Texas Department of Human Services Child Protective Services Division, Rhonda serves today as a social worker and activity director with the South Dallas Nursing Home; and WHEREAS, She is a devout Christian and a member of Golden Gate Missionary Baptist Church; she has earned a social work associate license and a nursing facility administrator license; and WHEREAS, A highly respected community leader, Rhonda is a source of strength to others and an inspiration to her colleagues, and she deserves recognition for her outstanding work; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 79th Legislature, hereby commend Rhonda Jones for her exceptional leadership and many accomplishments in the field of social work; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. West ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 14, 2005. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate