TITLE: Congratulating Al Jones on his receipt of the 2011 Brad Lomax Spirit of Hospitality Award from the Corpus Christi Convention and Visitors Bureau.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Al Jones on his receipt of the 2011 Brad Lomax Spirit of Hospitality Award from the Corpus Christi Convention and Visitors Bureau.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Al Jones received the 2011 Brad Lomax Spirit of Hospitality Award from the Corpus Christi Convention and Visitors Bureau in recognition of his commitment to local tourism; and WHEREAS, A resident of Corpus Christi since 1970, Al Jones first moved to the area to head the South Texas operations of American Bank, which he leads today as president and CEO; a former chair of the board of directors of the convention and visitors bureau, he has long been aware of the important role tourism plays in the community and its economy, and he has worked to promote the city as a tourist destination; and WHEREAS, Mr. Jones most recently led a successful effort at his bank to raise $300,000 to install high-efficiency lights on the Harbor Bridge in downtown Corpus Christi; the bridge has not been lit since 1998; and WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan has contributed significantly to the economic prosperity and positive image of Corpus Christi, and he is indeed deserving of this prestigious award; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Al Jones on his receipt of the 2011 Brad Lomax Spirit of Hospitality Award and extend to him sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Jones as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Torres Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2495 was adopted by the House on May 30, 2011, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House