SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 820
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Ed Smith, who is retiring on April 30, 2009, after more
than 37 years of outstanding service with Macy's; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Smith began his career in February of 1972 at
Foley's Department Store, which later became Macy's; he started
as a credit promotion manager and rose through the ranks to hold
several executive positions, most recently vice president of
public relations, special events, community affairs and visitor
services for the Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana region; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Mr. Smith has been noted
for his superior organizational skills and expertise; talented
and resourceful, he has handled his many responsibilities with
exceptional efficiency and dedication; and
WHEREAS, Active in civic affairs, Mr. Smith has served many
local organizations, including AIDS Foundation Houston, the
Alley Theatre, Casa de Esperanza de los Nios, the Downtown
Houston Alliance, and Ronald McDonald House; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary employee, Mr. Smith is respected and
admired by his colleagues, and his presence at Macy's will be
greatly missed; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas hereby
commend Ed Smith on his many years of exceptional service to
Macy's and extend to him best wishes for continued success in all
his future endeavors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Ellis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 4, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate