SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 8 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join citizens across the state in celebrating January 14, 2009, as Andrews Day at the State Capitol; and WHEREAS, Located at the heart of the Permian Basin, Andrews is the county seat of Andrews County, a vast region of rolling prairie typical of the southern High Plains; the county ranks second in oil production among counties in the Permian Basin, a region that holds 25 percent of the nation's oil and gas reserves; and WHEREAS, The City of Andrews offers a healthy entrepreneurial environment and diversified economy that promote the progressive growth of the city and the surrounding area; city leaders have proven to be forward-thinking and innovative in supporting the infrastructure to sustain the city's "Move Ahead" attitude; and WHEREAS, The City of Andrews offers citizens and visitors alike a wide range of recreational opportunities, including a challenging 18-hole golf course and a number of outstanding parks and athletic facilities; with two annual bluegrass festivals and such attractions as the Andrews County Junior Livestock Show and the annual arts and crafts shows, Andrews has created an environment where the arts and culture thrive; and WHEREAS, With its can-do attitude and hardworking population, the City of Andrews stands poised to move into a bright future; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby commend the citizens of Andrews for their many contributions to our state and extend to them best wishes for a memorable Andrews Day at the State Capitol; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the citizens of Andrews as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Seliger ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 14, 2009. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate