SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 46

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Charlotte Allen, who is retiring as town secretary of Double Oak on February 1, 2019; and

WHEREAS, A native of Denton, Texas, Charlotte grew up in Lewisville; she graduated from Lewisville High School in 1962, and she attended the University of North Texas; after college, she was employed by Texas Instruments in Dallas; and

WHEREAS, Charlotte began her civic career path in Copper Canyon, Texas, where she volunteered to serve as the town secretary; she later served as secretary for the City of Denton, and she was hired as town secretary of Double Oak in April of 2002; and

WHEREAS, During her tenure as town secretary of Double Oak, Charlotte has distinguished herself as a trusted and capable public servant; she is admired for her sharp mind and knowledge of local government, and she has long held the respect of her colleagues and area citizens; and

WHEREAS, Charlotte Allen is a treasured member of the community who has served as the smiling ambassador of Double Oak for nearly 17 years; friends and colleagues are gathering to honor her for her many contributions to the town at a special reception on February 4, 2019; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th Legislature, hereby commend Charlotte Allen on her outstanding career and her years of exemplary service to the citizens of Double Oak and extend to her best wishes in all her future endeavors; and, be it further

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

Nelson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 28, 2019.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate