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This resolution honors Dr. Rose M. Z. Gowen for her 16-year service as a Brownsville city commissioner, recognizing her significant contributions to community health and infrastructure. Elected in 2009, Dr. Gowen, a practicing physician, spearheaded numerous wellness initiatives like the CycloBia series and The Challenge-RGV, which engaged over 12,000 participants. She was instrumental in developing partnerships with the University of Texas Health Science Center, creating the Brownsville Farmers' Market, and promoting community development programs such as the Build a Better Block initiative. Dr. Gowen also played a key role in sustainable infrastructure projects, including the Caracara Trails project and the West Rail Trail, which helped Brownsville receive prestigious awards like the Culture of Health Prize and the All-America City Award. The resolution congratulates Dr. Gowen on her retirement, extends best wishes for her future endeavors, and orders an official copy of the resolution to be prepared as a token of the Texas House of Representatives' high regard for her service.

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