82R25678 JEN-D
By: Dutton H.R. No. 1701
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Sugar Valley Chapter of Top Ladies of
Distinction, Inc., is hosting a recognition and scholarship
luncheon on May 7, 2011, in Houston; and
WHEREAS, Chartered in Texas in 1964, Top Ladies of
Distinction is a nonprofit humanitarian and professional
organization with more than 100 chapters in the United States and
Jamaica; dedicated to improving the lives of residents in the areas
it serves, the group sponsors numerous community-based programs and
projects; and
WHEREAS, The theme of the 2011 Sugar Valley Chapter event is
"Honor in Service to Others . . . Giving Back Thru Health and
Wellness," and its proceeds are being directed toward a scholarship
fund for members of Top Teens of America; moreover, the Sugar Valley
Chapter is paying tribute to 12 exemplary citizens for their
contributions to their fellow Texans; and
WHEREAS, The roster of this year's accomplished honorees
includes: Dr. Mildred Bright, Lovie Harris, Cynae Johnson, Dr.
Pleshette Johnson-Wiggins, Dr. Edith Irby Jones, Pamela Jones, Dr.
Rhonda Jordan, Dr. Kenneth King, Donna Mills-Johnson, Cozeta Nelms,
Dr. Tina Oliver, and Roxanne Race; and
WHEREAS, These individuals have demonstrated great ability
and dedication in their various fields of endeavor, and their
efforts are greatly appreciated by the members of their community;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby commend the 2011 honorees of the Sugar Valley
Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc., for their outstanding
achievements and extend to all those associated with the chapter
sincere best wishes for a successful and memorable event.