82R24831 JNC-D By: Reynolds H.R. No. 1696 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Velma Brown has been elected as first vice president of the board of the Sienna and East Fort Bend Democrats Club; and WHEREAS, Established by civic-minded individuals from Sienna Plantation, the Sienna and East Fort Bend Democrats Club provides a forum where local citizens may address concerns while staying informed on the political process; and WHEREAS, The organization is committed to advocating for all area residents, regardless of party affiliation, and aims to make a lasting difference in the community by promoting Democratic Party principles of social justice, meeting the needs of all people, and acting in the local, state, and national interest; and WHEREAS, As first vice president, Ms. Brown is responsible for grass roots training, and her efforts are contributing greatly to the group's continued growth; and WHEREAS, Through her dedicated work with the Sienna and East Fort Bend Democrats, Ms. Brown is setting an outstanding example of civic engagement; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Velma Brown on her election as first vice president of the board of the Sienna and East Fort Bend Democrats Club and extend to her sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Brown as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.