SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 540 WHEREAS, The third annual BBQ Showdown at Traders Village is taking place in San Antonio on November 15 and 16, 2019; and WHEREAS, An International Barbeque Cookers Association sanctioned championship cook-off, the event attracts talented chefs from across the state; these highly skilled pit masters put their culinary abilities to the test as they vie to produce the tastiest entries in several different categories; and WHEREAS, This much-anticipated community gathering raises funds for the Southwest Area Buyers Club, a nonprofit organization that provides support to FFA and 4-H members in southwest Bexar County; as part of its mission, the club offers assistance to students in completing their livestock projects, and it also awards four $500 scholarships each year to deserving area seniors; and WHEREAS, Texans are renowned for their love of barbecue, and the BBQ Showdown at Traders Village is sure to offer everyone in attendance the chance to enjoy good times and great food while supporting a worthwhile cause; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th Legislature, hereby commemorate the Southwest Area Buyers Club BBQ Showdown at Traders Village and extend sincere best wishes to the event's organizers and participants for an enjoyable and memorable experience. Flores ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 4, 2019. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate