SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 333
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Art Perez, who is retiring after 34 years of
outstanding service with the Houston Distributing Company; and
WHEREAS, Art joined the staff at Houston Distributing
Company after beginning his career in the beer industry at Pearl
Beer in San Antonio; during his tenure at the Houston
Distributing Company, he has fulfilled many valuable functions,
acting as district manager, senior sales manager, and his current
position, vice president for special markets; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Art has been known for his
superior organizational skills and sales expertise; he played a
major role in his company's sponsorship of such events as Fiestas
Patrias, the Chicano Festival, the Columbian Festival, and other
cultural events; and
WHEREAS, Talented and resourceful, Art has invested his
time and energy in numerous civic, social, and athletic
activities; his work with the Rusk Athletic Club, the League of
United Latin American Citizens, and numerous local sports teams
has made him an icon in the Hispanic community and a treasured
citizen of our state; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary employee and representative for his
company, he is respected and admired by his colleagues, and his
presence at Houston Distributing Company will be greatly missed;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby commend Art Perez for his years of service
with the Houston Distributing Company and his many contributions
to the community and extend to him best wishes for the retirement
years ahead; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Gallegos
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 2, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate