H.R. No. 2799
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
 
         WHEREAS, Bill Tipton has long distinguished himself through
  his dedicated service to the Mineola community; and
         WHEREAS, Chair emeritus of the Main Street Board of
  Directors, Mr. Tipton oversaw countless public improvement
  projects during his notable 19-year tenure as head of the
  organization; he has further contributed to the Mineola Chamber of
  Commerce and the Main Street Design and Review Committee, and he
  coordinated the logistics for a variety of revitalization
  activities; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Tipton is an outgoing man who not only devoted
  his own time but also enlisted many friends to assist with his
  latest community development enterprises; recognized for his
  exceptional efforts, he was celebrated by his fellow residents on
  April 21, 2013, which was proclaimed "Bill Tipton Day" in honor of
  his faithful and generous service; and
         WHEREAS, The citizens of Mineola have greatly benefited from
  Bill Tipton's civic involvement, and he may take justifiable pride
  in his ongoing contributions to the town he is proud to call home;
  now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
  Legislature hereby commend Bill Tipton for his service to the city
  of Mineola 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. Tipton as an expression of high regard by the Texas
  House of Representatives.
 
  Hughes
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 2799 was adopted by the House on May
  24, 2013, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House