H.R. No. 874
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Members of Leadership Gainesville are visiting the
State Capitol on March 19, 2013, to gain further insight into the
workings of state government; and
WHEREAS, Sponsored by the Gainesville Area Chamber of
Commerce, Leadership Gainesville was established in 1989 to seek
out, train, and promote well-informed, civic-minded individuals to
hold voluntary positions of responsibility in the community; and
WHEREAS, The course lasts eight months and involves citizens
who represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives; the
program enables them to expand and diversify their network while
increasing their knowledge of city, county, and state government;
participants also learn more about vital public issues in such
areas as education, health, agriculture, economic development, and
human services; graduates of the program are sought after by many
organizations across Cooke County for their expertise and
commitment to service; and
WHEREAS, Through its efforts, Leadership Gainesville has
promoted the spirit of volunteerism and community pride that are
defining characteristics of Gainesville, and by fostering an
informed and engaged citizenry, the program is helping to build a
brighter and more prosperous future for the Lone Star State; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby recognize March 19, 2013, as Leadership
Gainesville Day at the State Capitol and extend to the members of
this noteworthy organization sincere best wishes for continued
success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the group as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Springer
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 874 was adopted by the House on March
19, 2013, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House