SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 77
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the Blowin' in the Wind Barbecue Cook-off as a Texas
State Barbecue Championship competition; and
WHEREAS, The Blowin' in the Wind Barbecue Cook-off in
Silverton is sanctioned by the Lone Star Barbecue Society; and
WHEREAS, The first year that the event was held, 17 teams
participated in the competition, and over $1,500 was raised on
behalf of Tri-County Meals; and
WHEREAS, Texans are noted for their affinity for barbecue,
and the Blowin' in the Wind Barbecue Cook-off brings together
families, friends, and neighbors to sample the wares of the best
barbecue chefs in the Silverton area; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby declare the Blowin' in the Wind Barbecue
Cook-off a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition and
extend best wishes to all associated with the event; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of the Blowin' in the Wind Barbecue Cook-off.
Duncan
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 28, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate