SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 139
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
join the citizens of Haltom City on the occasion of its 50th
anniversary, which is being celebrated February 28, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Situated in the northeast corner of Tarrant
County, Haltom City is a vital and emerging part of the
Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, the nation's fastest-growing
metropolitan area; and
WHEREAS, A family-friendly town of nearly 40,000
residents, Haltom City offers the amenities of small-town living
with easy access to world-class transportation networks and a
wide array of such cultural and entertainment options as Fort
Worth's Kimball Art Museum and Bass Performance Hall and
professional sports teams like the Dallas Cowboys, Texas
Rangers, and Dallas Mavericks; and
WHEREAS, Blessed with a unique civic personality, Haltom
City provides its citizens with state-of-the-art amenities,
including the redeveloped Belknap corridor, a new library, the
Central Fire Station, walking trails, thriving youth sports
programs, and outstanding schools; and
WHEREAS, For 50 years, the citizens of Haltom City have
contributed to the economic and cultural development of this
state, and they are justifiably proud of their history,
traditions, and record of achievement; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby extend to the citizens of Haltom City best
wishes for a memorable 50th anniversary celebration; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
them as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Nelson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 31, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate