SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 673
In Memory
of
Anthony Johnson
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Leander City Manager Anthony Johnson,
who died March 24, 2011, at the age of 49; and
WHEREAS, Anthony "Biff" Johnson worked for nearly 30 years
in municipal government, and this devoted public servant left an
indelible mark on the communities he served; and
WHEREAS, He began his career as a waterline repairman in
Richardson in 1978; he learned quickly and adjusted easily to the
public environment, and after earning his business
administration degree from the University of North Texas, he
moved quickly through the ranks of city government; and
WHEREAS, After an 18-year career in Richardson, he became
the Lancaster public works director; over the following five
years, he was promoted to assistant city manager and then city
manager; he accepted a position with the North Texas community of
Wylie, where he remained until 2004, when he became the city
manager of Leander; and
WHEREAS, Biff's strong interpersonal skills and his
ability to communicate with various individuals and groups
enabled him to work extremely well with the Leander City Council
members and staff to accomplish their goals; he forged successful
relationships with community, civic, and business leaders that
allowed the city to excel; and
WHEREAS, Biff Johnson was well known for his determination
and his willingness to share his wisdom with others; he was
admired and respected by his colleagues and all who were
privileged to know him, and he will be deeply missed; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted husband, father, and son, and he
leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by his
family and his many friends; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Anthony "Biff" Johnson; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
his family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas
Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in
memory of Anthony Johnson.
Watson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 30, 2011, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate