H.R. No. 213 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Glenda Lyzette Avila-Salazar of Dallas has distinguished herself through her devotion to her family and the greater good; and WHEREAS, A native of Carrizo Springs, Ms. Avila-Salazar graduated from Crystal City High School in 1988 and subsequently completed training at the San Antonio College of Medical and Dental Assistants; she settled in Dallas in 1990 and soon became involved in the Democratic Party and in the Mexican American Democrats organization; and WHEREAS, Ms. Avila-Salazar has served as a local precinct chair for nearly two decades, and she has also contributed to the voting process as an election judge for county, state, and national elections; she has extensive experience as a precinct, county, and state delegate, and she was selected as a delegate to the Democratic National Convention in both 1996 and 2004; and WHEREAS, This dynamic woman shares a passion for politics with her husband, Dallas City Council member Steve Salazar, to whom she has lent vital support throughout his public service career; the couple have two children, Esteban and Estrella, and Ms. Avila-Salazar is deeply engaged in both of their lives, serving as a Girl Scout parent volunteer and as a basketball and softball coach at St. Mary of Carmel Catholic School; and WHEREAS, Known for her joyful nature and generosity of spirit, Ms. Avila-Salazar is a proud cancer survivor whose strength and courage during her battle for recovery inspired countless people; and WHEREAS, Glenda Avila-Salazar has earned the respect and admiration of all who are fortunate enough to know her, and it is indeed a pleasure to recognize this outstanding Texan; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby honor Glenda Lyzette Avila-Salazar for her accomplishments and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success and happiness; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Avila-Salazar as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Alonzo ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 213 was adopted by the House on June 27, 2011, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House