82R7859 JNC-D
 
  By: Zerwas H.R. No. 476
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Richard MacDonald was named the 2010 Volunteer of
  the Year at the Katy Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala on
  February 4, 2011; and
         WHEREAS, Long dedicated to improving the lives of his fellow
  residents, Mr. MacDonald was one of the founders of the Katy Home
  Savers Association, a nonprofit organization that helps repair the
  homes of senior citizens and disabled individuals; through the
  years, additions such as wheelchair ramps and new appliances have
  helped people remain in their homes and enjoy safer and more
  comfortable living quarters; and
         WHEREAS, This respected local leader has also contributed to
  the Katy Cowgirls and area FFA students; in addition to supplying
  hay for the programs, he has provided projects, promoted and taken
  part in the livestock auction, and established scholarships for
  Katy Independent School District youth; and
         WHEREAS, Richard MacDonald has made a positive and lasting
  difference in his community, and he may take justifiable pride in
  the recognition he has received from his peers; now, therefore, be
  it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Richard MacDonald on being named
  the 2010 Volunteer of the Year by the Katy Area Chamber of Commerce
  and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success and
  happiness; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Mr. MacDonald as an expression of high regard by the
  Texas House of Representatives.