SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 89
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
join the Texas Midwest Community Network and Texans across the
state in celebrating February 7, 2017, as Texas Midwest Day at
the Capitol; and
WHEREAS, The Texas Midwest Community Network is an
alliance that was established in 1994 to promote regional
identity and to foster cooperation on economic growth, tourism
development, regional promotion, and legislative awareness among
50 communities in the 32 counties surrounding Abilene; and
WHEREAS, This exemplary organization also works to
identify emerging community leaders and to develop their skills
by deepening their understanding of regional issues and
facilitating networking opportunities; and
WHEREAS, Texas Midwest Day provides a chance for the
network's delegation to meet with legislators and discuss issues
of importance to the region, as well as to hear legislative
briefings by state officials and attend a reception honoring the
legislators representing the Midwest region; and
WHEREAS, The Texas Midwest Community Network plays a vital
role in strengthening our state by providing a strong voice for
rural Texans and encouraging civic participation in the
legislative process, and it is truly deserving of special
recognition; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby recognize February 7, 2017, as Texas Midwest
Day at the Capitol and extend best wishes to the Texas Midwest
Community Network delegation for a successful and memorable
event; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of this special occasion.
Perry
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 7, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate