SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 278
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
join the citizens of Balch Springs and Texans across the state in
celebrating March 4, 2009, as Balch Springs Day at the State
Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Named for the plentiful springs on the property of
early settler John M. Balch, Balch Springs was incorporated in
1953 and is a home-rule city; and
WHEREAS, Located in Dallas County, Balch Springs has grown
to encompass a population of some 20,000 citizens who enjoy a
thriving community with an attractive quality of life and a
vibrant business climate; and
WHEREAS, Balch Springs is home to a variety of cultural and
recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike,
including a new library, the Double D Dude Ranch, and the Chiesl
Baseball Complex; and
WHEREAS, Balch Springs Day at the State Capitol offers its
citizens and community leaders the opportunity to learn more
about state government and to promote the assets and quality of
life that make Balch Springs an exceptional place to live, work,
and raise a family; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby commend the citizens of Balch Springs for
their many contributions to our state and extend to them best
wishes for a productive and memorable Balch Springs Day at the
State Capitol; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the citizens of Balch Springs as an expression of esteem from the
Texas Senate.
Deuell
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 4, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate