TITLE: Recognizing Bob Borochoff for being honored by the American Jewish Committee.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Bob Borochoff for being honored by the American Jewish Committee.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join the American Jewish Committee in honoring Bob Borochoff for his leadership in the food and beverage industry and in the community; and WHEREAS, Bob Borochoff has owned nearly two dozen successful restaurants, special events companies, and catering ventures; he has been active in professional organizations and served on the board of the Texas Restaurant Association for 19 years; he was also active on the national level and currently serves as Director Emeritus of the National Restaurant Association; and WHEREAS, He served as president of the Greater Houston Restaurant Association for two terms and as chairman of the association's Governmental Affairs Committee for 23 years; he was named "Restaurateur of the Year" by the association in 1987; and WHEREAS, Bob Borochoff has made his mark in the restaurant business by focusing on good management and business practices; he volunteers his time and talents with numerous civic and charitable organizations, and he has advocated passionately on behalf of programs for individuals with mental illnesses and disabilities and efforts to encourage immigration reform; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, The Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend Bob Borochoff on his many achievements and his service to the community and extend to him congratulations on being honored at the American Jewish Committee Houston Human Relations Award dinner; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Garcia President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on June 25, 2013.