TITLE: Congratulating Patricia Alonzo on the success of Beefy Burger in Robstown.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Patricia Alonzo on the success of Beefy Burger in Robstown.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Locally owned businesses make a welcome contribution to the distinct character of their communities, and Beefy Burger has been a fixture on the Robstown restaurant scene for almost half a century; and WHEREAS, Patricia Alonzo became an owner of Beefy Burger in 1999, and she has managed and operated the fast-food establishment since 2008; and WHEREAS, A Robstown native, Ms. Alonzo takes great pride in the teamwork of her personnel, and the Golden Rule is central to her management style; one of her staff members has worked at the restaurant for 17 years, with nearly perfect attendance, and her daughter, Priscilla, is employed at the restaurant; and WHEREAS, A successful entrepreneur, Ms. Alonzo manages several rental properties as well; she holds a bachelor's degree in chemistry and biology from Texas A&M University--Kingsville; and WHEREAS, The well-being of the people of Texas depends on a vibrant economy, and independent businesses play a vital role in the prosperity of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Patricia Alonzo on the success of Beefy Burger and extend to Ms. Alonzo and her staff sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Alonzo as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Herrero Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1858 was adopted by the House on May 7, 2015, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House