February 25, 2023 Mayor Bill Neu Day Proclamation
by the
Alapor of the QCftp of loatton, Texao
To all to Whom tbeze prezento %ball come,
�reeting�:
WHEREAS, Bill Neu moved to Denton, TX, in 1959 and began a long career in the community as a
pharmacist, owning and partnering in several pharmacies, including Bill Neu Pharmacy, and as
a member of the Texas Pharmaceutical Association, was instrumental in getting Medicaid
passed in Texas,finally retiring after 62 years of practice; and
WHEREAS, Bill, a man of deep conviction,was elected to City Council in 1969, and served as Mayor from
1972 to 1975, serving his community in many ways, large and small, volunteering for the
Denton Community Food Center and many other organizations; and
WHEREAS, Bill was an active and respected participant in his church, serving in many capacities as a
volunteer and worship leader,resulting in his Bible Study Group recently renaming their group
in his honor; and
WHEREAS, Bill mentored and embraced many in his community,especially the young people who worked
in his pharmacy,who ultimately became part of his extended family,staying in touch for years;
and
WHEREAS, His commitment and positive impact on this community will be long remembered.
NOW,THEREFORE, I,Gerard Hudspeth,Mayor of the City of Denton,Texas, do hereby declare and proclaim the 25th
day of February 2023 as
"MAYOR BILL NEU DAY"
in the City of Denton and encourage all citizens to recognize and honor the many contributions
of Mayor Bill Neu to the Denton and Corinth communities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official
seal of the City of Denton,Texas to be affixed this the 25th day of February 2023.
GE HUDSPETH,MAYOR
ATTEST:
ROSA RIOS,CITY SECRETARY
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