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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, Leadership Metrocrest contributes immeasurably to |
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the communities of Addison, Carrollton, and Farmers Branch by |
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working to develop future civic leaders and volunteers; and |
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WHEREAS, A program of the Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce, |
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Leadership Metrocrest builds the leaders of tomorrow by providing a |
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base of understanding of public issues and infrastructure, as well |
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as communication links to decision makers in the area; classes |
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inspire the spirit of activism and offer networking opportunities |
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and training in government, economic development, transportation, |
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and other relevant topics; and |
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WHEREAS, The first Leadership Metrocrest class began in 1989, |
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and since then more than 360 residents have graduated from the |
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program; the current Class XXIV will conclude its studies in May |
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2013; and |
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WHEREAS, Through its efforts to foster a more informed and |
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involved citizenry, Leadership Metrocrest is helping to create a |
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brighter and more promising future for the Lone Star State; now, |
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therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas |
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Legislature hereby honor Leadership Metrocrest for its promotion of |
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civic leadership and volunteerism and extend to the members of |
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Leadership Metrocrest Class XXIV sincere best wishes for continued |
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success; and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be |
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prepared for Leadership Metrocrest as an expression of high regard |
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by the Texas House of Representatives. |