SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 420
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
welcome the delegation from Balch Springs and recognize
March 12, 2013, as Balch Springs Day at the State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Balch Springs is a home-rule city incorporated in
1953; it is named for early settler John M. Balch, who had
abundant springs on his property; and
WHEREAS, Located in Dallas County, Balch Springs has grown
to encompass a population of 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 facilities and 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 outstanding place to live, work,
and raise a family; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
83rd Legislature, hereby recognize the citizens of Balch Springs
for their many contributions to our state and extend to them best
wishes for a 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 12, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate