87R26686 BPG-D
By: Turner of Dallas H.R. No. 1389
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Literacy Achieves demonstrated a steadfast
commitment to supporting residents of the Vickery Meadow
neighborhood of Dallas in the wake of the devastating winter storm
of February 2021; and
WHEREAS, For more than two decades, Literacy Achieves has
taught English as a Second Language to local residents; the
organization swiftly changed its focus in February to respond to
the immediate needs of the community during Winter Storm Uri; and
WHEREAS, Literacy Achieves opened its two school buildings as
a warming center, food pantry, and water depot; faith groups and
individuals heard about its efforts and brought food, clothing,
diapers, blankets, and other supplies, while restaurants provided
hot meals; well over 1,000 families sought and received assistance;
and
WHEREAS, The tireless dedication of Literacy Achieves made a
positive difference in the lives of Vickery Meadow residents during
a time of crisis, and the organization set an inspiring example of
civic leadership by adapting to assist others in a new way; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
Legislature hereby commend Literacy Achieves for its outstanding
contributions to members of the Vickery Meadow community impacted
by Winter Storm Uri and extend to all those associated with the
organization sincere best wishes for continued success in their
important work; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the organization as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.