Proc. 2011-39 Upward Bounds in Education Day 08-27-11PROCLAMATION
NO. 2011-39
WHEREAS Roxie Anna Roy Douglas was born on April 7,1924 and was a proud resident of the
City of Huntsville for many years; and
WHEREAS Roxie also touched the lives of many through her service to the First Missionary
Baptist Church, her involvement in civic and charitable organizations and the love
and compassion she gave freely to others; and
WHEREAS the strength, self - sacrifice, determination, and love for others demonstrated by
Roxie throughout her life shall forever stand as a shining example for others who
wish to live a long, prosperous and happy life; and
WHEREAS since 1997, the Roxie Douglas Scholarship Foundation has awarded fifty
scholarships to graduating seniors, and fifty-five Humanitarian Awards.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY PROCLAIMED, by the power vested in me as
Mayor of the City of Huntsville, Texas that:
AUGUST 27, 2011
be declared:
"UPWARD BOUNDS IN EDUCATION DAY"
in the City of Huntsville and urge all residents to join with them in remembrance of this fine
citizen and her example to her community.
PROCLAIMED AND SIGNED this the 27th day ofAugust 2011.
J. Turner, Mayor