TITLE: Congratulating Harry LaRosiliere on his election as mayor of Plano.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Harry LaRosiliere on his election as mayor of Plano.

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WHEREAS, In a history-making election on May 11, 2013, Harry LaRosiliere became the first African American mayor of Plano; and WHEREAS, Born in Haiti, Mr. LaRosiliere moved to New York with his family when he was three; he earned a bachelor's degree in geology from City College of New York and then went on to run a successful photography studio for eight years; since relocating to Plano in 1994, he has found further success as a financial planner; and WHEREAS, Mr. LaRosiliere previously served on the Plano City Council for two terms, from 2005 to 2011; during that time, he held appointments to the Economic Development Board, the Community Finance Committee, the Multi-Cultural Outreach Roundtable, the Tax Abatement Council Committee, and the Plano Health Facilities Development Corporation; and WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan currently sits on the advisory board of CASA of Collin County and on the President's Council of Texas Health Resources, and he is a member of the Plano Metro Rotary Club and the Plano Chamber of Commerce; he has also found time to coach soccer and basketball with the Plano Sports Authority, and he has taught as an adjunct professor at the University of North Texas and the Plano campus of Southern Methodist University; and WHEREAS, Harry LaRosiliere and his wife, Tracy, are the proud parents of two teenage daughters, Brianna and Maya; the family attends St. Luke "Community" United Methodist Church in Dallas; and WHEREAS, An able leader who has already made significant contributions to his community, Harry LaRosiliere has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to public service, and it is indeed a privilege to recognize him at this time; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Harry LaRosiliere on his election as mayor of Plano and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success in his important work; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. LaRosiliere as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Carter Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 3043 was adopted by the House on May 27, 2013, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House