H.R. No. 1760
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Dr. Joan Richardson, Michael Megna, and Michael
Shriner of The University of Texas Medical Branch are being honored
by the 2009 Friends of Scouting Campaign for their contributions in
developing the UTMB preparedness plan in advance of Hurricane Ike;
and
WHEREAS, Facilities planning administrator and institutional
emergency preparedness officer Michael Megna, institutional
emergency preparedness officer Dr. Joan Richardson, and vice
president for facilities and campus services Michael Shriner each
brought a wealth of experience and dedication to this vital
initiative; and
WHEREAS, True models of the Boy Scout motto "Be Prepared,"
these notable Texans worked diligently to create a comprehensive
plan in the days leading up to Hurricane Ike, and their exceptional
efforts not only enabled the institution to restore many of its
vital services much more quickly after the hurricane than
anticipated, but also helped to avert any loss of life; and
WHEREAS, Times of great crisis often inspire noteworthy
actions, and Hurricane Ike proved to be no exception, as evidenced
by the laudable work of Dr. Richardson, Mr. Megna, and Mr. Shriner;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby commend Dr. Joan Richardson, Michael Megna, and
Michael Shriner of The University of Texas Medical Branch for their
efforts in developing the institution's preparedness plan for
Hurricane Ike and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued
success with their important work; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Dr. Richardson, Mr. Megna, and Mr. Shriner as an
expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
Eiland
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1760 was adopted by the House on May
11, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House