SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 531

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Joe B. Allen, who has been named the recipient of the Impact Award by the West Houston Association; and

WHEREAS, This prestigious award honors individuals for their lifetime work and significant contributions to the growth and development of Greater West Houston; and

WHEREAS, Joe B. Allen has had a profound impact on the commercial and residential development of the area and is noted for his work on the development of the critical elements of infrastructure necessary to support and expand quality growth; and

WHEREAS, Throughout his career as an attorney and a lobbyist, Mr. Allen has played a significant role in the passage of legislation that has affected development issues; he has been instrumental in the creation of a wide range of regulations involving special districts, and he played a vital role in the reorganization of the Texas Department of Water Resources into the Water Development Board and the Texas Water Commission; and

WHEREAS, He has worked with public and private entities to make West Houston a better place in which to live and do business, and it is truly fitting that he receive special recognition for his leadership and vision; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby commend Joe B. Allen on his many contributions to the growth and prosperity of Houston and our state and extend to him congratulations on earning the West Houston Association Impact Award; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.

Garcia

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 13, 2015.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate