By: Perez H.R. No. 285 R E S O L U T I O N WHE REAS, Deer Park Chamber of Commerce will celebrate its 54th Annual Banquet on Thursday January 31, 2013; and WHEREAS, President and CEO Mr. Tim Culp, Chairman Dr. Ray Landers along with the Chamber Board of Directors and Staff work closely with their members and citizens to make Deer Park a desirable place to live and work. The Chamber's mission is to provide community leadership and opportunity for all. ; and WHEREAS, The Chamber has been recognized for its outstanding communication with the community, naming its monthly newsletter the best in the State of Texas by the Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives in June, 2012. Its outreach programs offer successful training seminars aimed at building a strong foundation for its economy. The Chamber also offers mentoring programs in order to nurture and develop future leaders. Making education a top priority, The Chamber assists incoming undergraduate students by offering two annual scholarships. ; and WHEREAS, The City of Deer Park, Deer Park Independent School District, and other area organizations share the common purpose of creating a successful, vibrant community by building trust, creating values, providing leadership, and encouraging the development of local businesses. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, The Deer Park Chamber of Commerce Board and Staff will continue to enhance the economic vitality and quality of life in the community of Deer Park. I, Representative Mary Ann Perez, request that a copy of this resolution be prepared for the Deer Park Chamber of Commerce as an expression of the highest regard by the Texas House of Representatives.