81R9636 JNC-D
By: England H.R. No. 710
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Members of the Grand Prairie Chamber of Commerce are
visiting the State Capitol on March 11, 2009, and their attendance
provides a fitting opportunity to recognize the achievements of the
organization and these outstanding civic leaders; and
WHEREAS, Founded in 1945, the Grand Prairie Chamber of
Commerce pursues the goal of supporting Grand Prairie through
economic and community development programs, working diligently to
promote the growth and advancement of the city; and
WHEREAS, An association of businesses, professionals, and
citizens, the chamber currently serves 654 members; its efforts
also include providing scholarships to students, supporting area
nonprofit organizations, and acting as the voice of local
businesses to local, state, and federal government; and
WHEREAS, The direction and planning provided by the Grand
Prairie Chamber of Commerce have been truly invaluable to the
betterment of this North Texas community, and it is indeed a
pleasure to honor the chamber at this time; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby recognize March 11, 2009, as Grand Prairie
Chamber of Commerce Day at the State Capitol and commend all those
associated with the group for their dedicated service to their
community; 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.