84R20008 JGH-D By: Martinez H.R. No. 1857 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Members of the 2014-2015 Leadership Mid Valley class are visiting the State Capitol on April 8, 2015, to gain further insight into the workings of state government; and WHEREAS, Leadership Mid Valley is an exceptional program that provides opportunities for participants to develop leadership skills and increase their knowledge of vital public issues; and WHEREAS, Classes inspire the spirit of activism and provide a diverse membership with networking opportunities and instruction from knowledgeable figures who encourage students to acquaint themselves with community needs and problems while evaluating possible solutions; and WHEREAS, This year's Leadership Mid Valley class includes Mary Arce, Juan Balderrama, Vanessa Barrios, Paola Escalante-Castillo, Janie Garcia, Sylvia Ann Herrera, Jose Manuel Martinez, Gloria Montalvo, Ana Ramirez, Sonia Rangel, Ernesto Rocha, Douglas Vanker, Scott Vaughan, Ruben Villanueva, and Joanna Ybarra; and WHEREAS, Endeavoring to foster a more informed and involved citizenry and to develop new leaders in South Texas, the program is helping to build a brighter and more promising future for the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby welcome Leadership Mid Valley to the State Capitol and extend to all participants sincere best wishes for continued success.