SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 24

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Golden Soror Ava Francis Washington, a 50-year member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, who is being honored by Omicron Mu Omega Chapter at its 2019 Founders' Day Luncheon; and

WHEREAS, Omicron Mu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority was conceived in October of 1983 by five sorors who met to discuss the formation of a second graduate chapter in the Dallas area; after much dedicated effort, the chapter was established on June 23, 1984; it has an illustrious history of service and community work, and it annually recognizes long-standing sorority members at its Founders' Day Luncheon; and

WHEREAS, Ava Francis Washington was inducted into Epsilon Delta Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority in 1969; over the years, she has remained a loyal member of the sorority and has served as a mentor and role model to countless sisters; and

WHEREAS, Ava Washington is truly deserving of recognition for her longtime membership in and service to Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and for the important role she has played in helping to encourage leadership, scholarship, personal development, and community service through the programs of Omicron Mu Omega Chapter; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th Legislature, hereby commend Golden Soror Ava Francis Washington on her dedicated service and her many achievements and extend to her congratulations on being honored by Omicron Mu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority at its 2019 Founders' Day Luncheon; and, be it further

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

West

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 22, 2019.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate