H.R. No. 361

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Members of the 2012-2013 Leadership Ennis class are visiting the State Capitol on February 21, 2013, to gain further insight into the workings of state government; and

WHEREAS, A division of the Ennis Chamber of Commerce, this exceptional program provides opportunities for participants to increase their knowledge of vital public issues and to visit with elected officials who are making decisions that affect their community; and

WHEREAS, Classes inspire the spirit of activism and provide a diverse membership with personal leadership training, networking opportunities, and instruction from influential figures from both the public and private sectors; and

WHEREAS, This year's Leadership Ennis class includes Robert Campanella, Christine Cay Kubin, J Niswonger, Wendy Slovak, and Jennifer Wartsbaugh; the leadership coordinator is Dolores McKibbin, and the program is supported by chamber of commerce president Jeannette Patak, mayor Russell Thomas, and city manager Steve Howerton; and

WHEREAS, Endeavoring to build a more informed and involved citizenry and to develop new leaders, Leadership Ennis is helping to build a brighter and more promising future for the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby welcome members of Leadership Ennis and representatives of the Ennis Chamber of Commerce and the City of Ennis and extend to the Ennis delegation sincere best wishes for a meaningful and memorable visit to the State Capitol; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Leadership Ennis as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Pitts

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 361 was adopted by the House on February 18, 2013, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House