Proc. 2015-19 Dessie Cherry Day 02-19-15
PROCLAMATION
NO. 2015-19
WHEREAS since beginning her graduate studies at Sam Houston State University
under the mentorship of the late Dr. George Beto and becoming employed with the Texas
Department of Correction, Mrs. Dessie Cherry has been an integral part of the
community; and
WHEREAS she has come to attention as a tireless volunteer and local leader through
her participation with the City of Huntsville Youth Advisory Board, the SAAFE House,
Red Cross, the Boys and Girls Club of Walker County, and in support of HISD in the
Chamber of Commerce’s Promoting Our Positives group; and
WHEREAS Dessie and her husband Lawrence have been dedicated members of the
Greater Zion Baptist Church, and raised two strong sons in Huntsville, exemplifying
Dessie’s commitment to making a difference in the lives of children throughout the area;
and
WHEREAS there were many deserving nominees this year, highlighting Dessie
Cherry’s exceptional example as a volunteer in and advocate for our community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY PROCLAIMED, by the power vested in me
as Mayor of the City of Huntsville, Texas that:
February 19, 2015
be declared: “Dessie Cherry Day”
in the City of Huntsville, and encourage all citizens to recognize Dessie Cherry’s
contributions to make Huntsville a better place to live, through love, outreach, and
ethics.
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PROCLAIMED AND SIGNED this the 19 day of February 2015.
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Mac Woodward, Mayor