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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, Jimmy Stallings of Martin County was recognized for |
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his philanthropic work by the Permian Basin Area Foundation at its |
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annual Donor Grantee Reception in Midland on April 20, 2009; and |
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WHEREAS, An accountant with 51 years of experience in the |
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financial industry, Mr. Stallings has long been a leader in his |
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community, generously contributing time and money to foundations |
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and nonprofit organizations in West Texas; and |
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WHEREAS, This caring gentleman played a vital role in the |
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creation of the Martin County Community Funds, a consortium of 12 |
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community funds administered by the Permian Basin Area Foundation, |
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and he has helped review student applications for college |
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scholarships distributed by the funds; and |
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WHEREAS, Mr. Stallings has also contributed his time by |
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serving on the boards of the Midland Memorial Hospital Foundation |
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and Aphasia Center of West Texas; and |
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WHEREAS, The communities of Texas benefit greatly from the |
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generosity and dedicated service of engaged citizens, and Jimmy |
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Stallings may indeed take great pride in his selfless work in behalf |
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of others; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas |
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Legislature hereby congratulate Jimmy Stallings on his |
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well-deserved recognition by the Permian Basin Area Foundation and |
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commend him for his long record of good works; and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be |
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prepared for Mr. Stallings as an expression of high regard by the |
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Texas House of Representatives. |