SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 597 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Burleson Young Executives Alliance Class of 2017; and WHEREAS, The Burleson Young Executives Alliance was established in 2015 by the Burleson Area Chamber of Commerce to create opportunities for young executives to network with other professionals, connect with community leaders, and develop their leadership skills; and WHEREAS, Now in its third year, the eight-month program for 2017 runs from March through November; class members meet for monthly half-day sessions to network and collaborate with local leaders, to gain a better understanding of the City of Burleson and how it is governed, and to learn how to give back to their community through collaborative efforts; and WHEREAS, The members of the 2017 class are Karen Dawkins, Mark Dean, Jess Hamilton, David Hill, Justin Hitchcock, Todd Hulsey, Amy Lee, Jessica Mack, Cannon Madison, James McCroskey, Tanner McGaughey, Preston McReynolds, Amy Myers, Luke Reichenstein, Kenneth Rose, DeeDee Slack, Brooks Trisler, Katelyn Tyler, and Joni VanNoy; they are led by Belinda Alles, the president of the Burleson Area Chamber of Commerce; and WHEREAS, These exemplary citizens serve as leaders in their organizations, and they are committed to personal growth, career advancement, and helping to make their community a rewarding place in which to live and work; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Burleson Young Executives Alliance Class of 2017 for helping to build a brighter and more prosperous future for the Burleson community and extend to them best wishes in all their endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the class as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Birdwell ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 10, 2017. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate