TITLE: Honoring Julie Reynolds of Dallas for her professional achievements and civic contributions.

SUMMARY: Honoring Julie Reynolds of Dallas for her professional achievements and civic contributions.

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WHEREAS, Julie Reynolds of Dallas has distinguished herself through her accomplishments as a small business owner and entrepreneur as well as her contributions to the community; and WHEREAS, A graduate of the University of Missouri and Stephens College and a registered interior designer, Mrs. Reynolds founded Julie Reynolds Interiors in 1981; she has been very active in her profession, serving in such leadership roles as president of the Texas Association for Interior Design and the American Society of Interior Designers Texas Chapter; in addition, she has benefited ASID Texas as Dallas Design Community chair; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Reynolds designed offices at the Texas Capitol based on Texas Accessibility Standards; moreover, she has renovated buildings designated as historic; in her projects, she strives to improve sustainability and the safety of the indoor environment, and she has served on the board of Green Source DFW, a digital publication covering environmental news in North Texas; she has mentored both students and other professionals; and WHEREAS, The recipient of numerous accolades, Mrs. Reynolds has garnered the TAID John Tryon Robinson Award, recognizing outstanding service to the profession, as well as the ASID Medalist Award and ASID Texas Chapter President's Award; she holds an NCIDQ Certificate from the Council for Interior Design Qualification; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Reynolds has given generously of her time and talents in behalf of her fellow citizens; she has led the Campbell Green Neighborhood Association, and she has volunteered for many local and state political campaigns; in all her endeavors, she has been fortunate to have the love and support of her husband, Don Lea Reynolds, and two sons, David and Christopher; she takes great pride in her five grandchildren, Luke, Lilliana, Joaquin, Jake, and June; and WHEREAS, An admired professional and engaged citizen, Julie Reynolds has earned the respect and admiration of innumerable people over the course of her long career, and it is indeed a pleasure to recognize her at this time; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby honor Julie Reynolds for her professional achievements and civic contributions and extend to her sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mrs. Reynolds as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Button Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1098 was adopted by the House on April 20, 2023, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House