84R6338 RMA-D By: Harless H.R. No. 239 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Representatives of the Alliance of North Houston Chambers of Commerce are gathering at the State Capitol on February 18, 2015, to celebrate their achievements and their work that benefits the citizens of this vital area; and WHEREAS, Created in 1994 for the purpose of fostering regional support and cooperation among area chambers, the Alliance of North Houston Chambers of Commerce is made up of the Cy-Fair Houston, Greater Tomball Area, Houston Northwest, Lake Houston Area, and Houston Intercontinental Chambers of Commerce; together, these organizations represent approximately 5,000 businesses in northern Harris and southern Montgomery Counties; and WHEREAS, The alliance includes family businesses, multinational corporations, entrepreneurs, and community leaders; it acts as the voice of local businesses to municipal, county, and state government and also seeks to facilitate regional economic development; and WHEREAS, The direction and planning provided by the Alliance of North Houston Chambers of Commerce have contributed greatly to the well-being of all those who live and work in this area of the Lone Star State, and it is indeed most fitting to commend the association for its outstanding leadership; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby recognize February 18, 2015, as Alliance of North Houston Chambers of Commerce Day at the State Capitol and extend to the members of the organization in attendance sincere best wishes for a memorable and meaningful visit to Austin; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the alliance as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.