H.R. No. 1689 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Latwanna Clark and her daughter, Kay Clark, have added to the richness and vitality of the Mesquite community by opening their bakery, Kay's Cookiez; and WHEREAS, Latwanna Clark, who had previously worked as a hairdresser and family therapist, decided to transition to a job that would allow her to spend more time with her young daughter; inspired by Kay's fondness for cookies, the mother-daughter duo began selling cookies and other treats in Atlanta, where they lived at the time, and then at the Town East Mall in Mesquite; the success of their kiosk led them to open a brick-and-mortar shop in March 2021; and WHEREAS, Locally owned businesses make a welcome contribution to the prosperity and distinct character of their communities, and it is fitting that this notable enterprise be recognized for the valued service it provides to area residents; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Latwanna and Kay Clark on the opening of the Kay's Cookiez brick-and-mortar shop in Mesquite and extend to them sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the Clark family as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Neave Rose Bowers Crockett ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1689 was adopted by the House on May 29, 2021, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House