SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 320 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Susie Houston for her outstanding service during her tenure as mayor of Laguna Vista; and WHEREAS, Susie Houston was elected mayor of Laguna Vista in 2009, and she served with distinction until late in 2020; a graduate of the Leadership Laguna Madre program, she grew up in a civic-minded family and learned early in life the importance of public service; and WHEREAS, Susie has also served for many years as an educator; she taught for a time at Derry Elementary School and then joined the faculty at Laguna Madre Christian Academy; and WHEREAS, Throughout her tenure as mayor, she was known for her diligence, her readiness to take care of city business outside of council meetings, and her eagerness to meet with her constituents; and WHEREAS, An exemplary public servant, she is respected and admired by her former colleagues in city politics and by area citizens, and it is truly fitting that she receive special recognition; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th Legislature, hereby commend Susie Houston on her exceptional service to the Laguna Vista community and extend to her best wishes for continued success in all her endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Lucio ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 27, 2021. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate