H.C.R. No. 92
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Denton Chamber of Commerce is marking a
significant milestone in its rich history with the celebration of
its centennial in 2009; and
WHEREAS, Since its inception in 1909, the Denton Chamber of
Commerce has been guided by the belief that with the collective
resources of its diverse membership, it can accomplish great things
in the local business community; a strong advocate of free
enterprise, this nonprofit, volunteer-based organization has
supported agriculture, education, and the development of new
industries, and it has raised funds for highways and public transit
and for the construction of the city's first hospital, hotel, and
airport; and
WHEREAS, The chamber strives to be a positive influence on
the continued growth of the area economy, bringing lasting benefits
to all types of businesses; governed by a board of directors elected
from within its membership, the organization is structured into
various divisions that oversee internal operations as well as
business, area, community, and member development; each year, the
board identifies the major issues that the chamber will address
through its Annual Program of Action, and the goals and objectives
of the campaign are achieved by the members' participation in
designated committees; and
WHEREAS, In addition, the Denton Chamber hosts a general
membership activity nearly every month and offers a leadership
development program; moreover, the organization provides an office
in the city, which serves as an information resource center for
visitors, potential residents, and representatives from
prospective businesses and industries; the office of the chamber of
commerce is a front door to the community, encouraging new
opportunities that are designed to help local businesses thrive;
and
WHEREAS, The Denton Chamber of Commerce has demonstrated a
longstanding commitment to building prosperity in this North Texas
community, and its members may indeed reflect with great pride on
the contributions that the organization has made over the past
century; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 81st Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Denton Chamber of
Commerce and extend to all of its members sincere best wishes for
continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the chamber as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives and Senate.
Crownover
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President of the Senate Speaker of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 92 was adopted by the House on March
26, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 92 was adopted by the Senate on
March 31, 2009, by a viva-voce vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
APPROVED: __________________
Date
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Governor