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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 129
BY SENATOR CLAITOR
A RESOLUTION
To recognize Tuesday, May 23, 2017, as Forum 35 Day at the state capitol and to commend
the members of Forum 35.
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to commend the members of Forum 35, a young
professional organization dedicated to improving and shaping Baton Rouge, for their
dedication to their core pillars of arts and culture, leadership, and cultural diversity; and
WHEREAS, founded in 1993, Forum 35 has inspired young professionals to become
more involved with philanthropic organizations and activities; and
WHEREAS, throughout the past twenty-four years, Forum 35 has expanded
membership to over 400 members and 20 corporate partners; and
WHEREAS, Forum 35 hosts and participates in many valuable initiatives and events
including Art Melt; Forum Friday; John W. Barton, Sr. Community Leadership
Development Program; Uncorked; Reindeer Run; Public Education Project; Leadership
Hour; Service Committee projects; cultural diversity forums; and various member
socials; and
WHEREAS, Forum 35 is committed to community service and actively contributes
to the educational, civic, and social life of the citizens of Baton Rouge and Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, Forum 35 members regularly speak out on major issues and volunteer
thousands of hours in the community; and
WHEREAS, as part of the new strategic plan, in 2017 Forum 35 began implementing
a new corporate partnership development model to bolster the organization's ability to serve
as a recruitment, retention, and development tool of young professionals for corporations in
the Capital Region; and
WHEREAS, Forum 35 does not endorse candidates for public office, but does
encourage its members to vote, regardless of individual political beliefs; and
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WHEREAS, Forum 35 Day at the state capitol allows members to speak with their
legislators to address issues pertinent to the Baton Rouge community and the state of
Louisiana.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana
does hereby recognize Tuesday, May 23, 2017, as Forum 35 Day at the Louisiana State
Capitol and does hereby commend and express enduring appreciation to the members of
Forum 35 for the tremendous honor and pride that they bring to the Baton Rouge community
and the state of Louisiana.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to the
Forum 35 board of directors.
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE
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