82R19159 JNC-D By: Martinez H.R. No. 1190 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Members of the 2010-2011 Leadership Mid Valley class are visiting the State Capitol on April 6, 2011, to gain further insight into the workings of state government; and WHEREAS, Leadership Mid Valley is an exceptional program that provides opportunities for participants to develop leadership skills and increase their knowledge of vital public issues; and WHEREAS, Classes inspire the spirit of activism and provide a diverse membership with networking opportunities and instruction from knowledgeable figures who encourage students to acquaint themselves with community needs and problems while evaluating possible solutions; and WHEREAS, This year's Leadership Mid Valley class includes Alicia Aguilar, Alfredo Aguilera, Ashley Dickerson, Tricia Cisneros-Givilancz, Rick Guerra, Nadia Ochoa, Daniel Ramirez, Martin Stenhouse, and Ruby Torres; also in attendance are committee members Gerry Bower, Frances Contreras, Sulema Cuellar, Yolanda Cuellar, Joel Vanderveer, and Gloria Givilancz, as well as staff member Martha Noell; and WHEREAS, Endeavoring to foster a more informed and involved citizenry and to develop new leaders in South Texas, the program is helping to build a brighter and more promising future for the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby welcome Leadership Mid Valley to the State Capitol and extend to all participants sincere best wishes for continued success.