H.R. No. 35
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Vernon Chamber of Commerce celebrated a
significant milestone in its rich history with its centennial in
2010; and
WHEREAS, Since its inception in 1910, this noteworthy
organization has been guided by the belief that its accomplishments
in the local business community result from the collective
resources of its diverse membership; a nonprofit, volunteer-based
group, the chamber advocates for free enterprise and strives to be a
positive influence for the continued growth of the economy and for
the development of new industries and businesses, and it helps
bring lasting benefits to all types of businesses; and
WHEREAS, The chamber is governed by a board of directors
elected from among its members and is organized into various
committees that oversee internal operations, as well as business,
community, and member development; in addition, it hosts various
activities and supports a leadership development program, and it
serves as an information resource center for visitors, prospective
residents, and industry representatives; the office of the Vernon
Chamber of Commerce is designed to be a "front door" to the
community, encouraging new opportunities that help local
businesses thrive; and
WHEREAS, Over the course of a century, the Vernon Chamber of
Commerce has demonstrated a long-standing commitment to enhancing
prosperity in North Central Texas, and its members may indeed
reflect with great pride on their organization's many contributions
to the community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Vernon
Chamber of Commerce and extend to all those affiliated with the
organization sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the chamber as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Hardcastle
Perry
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 35 was adopted by the House on
February 24, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House