SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 435 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Boys and Girls Clubs of Champion Valley on the occasion of Boys and Girls Club Week in Fayette and Colorado Counties, which is being celebrated March 22 through March 28, 2009; and WHEREAS, Young people are one of the most important resources in our communities, for they represent the future of our state; it is important that they have positive role models and guidance as they grow up to become the leaders of tomorrow; and WHEREAS, Many young people need professional youth services to help them cope with a wide range of social and financial hardships; the Boys and Girls Clubs in Texas help these youths keep out of trouble by offering them a safe and supportive place to go and providing a number of quality programs; and WHEREAS, The Boys and Girls Clubs provide educational assistance through the Power Hour homework program; other services help youths in developing character and leadership, discovering needs, setting goals, and realizing their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens; and WHEREAS, More than 750 young people in Schulenburg and Weimar benefit from the services provided by the Boys and Girls Clubs of Champion Valley each year; and WHEREAS, Members of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Champion Valley will join 4.6 million youths in more than 4,000 clubs across the country in celebrating National Boys and Girls Club Week during the week of March 22 through March 28, 2009; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby proclaim the week of March 22 through March 28, 2009, as Boys and Girls Club Week in Fayette and Colorado Counties and extend best wishes to the members, staff, and volunteers of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Champion Valley for an enjoyable celebration; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the clubs in honor of this special occasion. Hegar ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 16, 2009. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate