SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 29
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the annual Shin Oak Springs BBQ Cook-off in Gorman,
which takes place the second Saturday in September; and
WHEREAS, This popular annual event is hosted by the Gorman
Community Events Committee and takes place in partnership with
the Gorman Peanut Festival; each year, the highly anticipated
competition draws an impressive lineup of skilled cooks who
compete and pay tribute to the state's ranching industry by
preparing delicious barbecued beef, chicken, and pork ribs; and
WHEREAS, The Shin Oak Springs BBQ Cook-off raises funds to
benefit the community by supporting such events as the Easter Egg
Hunt, Trunk or Treat, and movie nights in the park, and by
sponsoring scholarships for area students; and
WHEREAS, Texans are noted for their love of barbecue, and
the Shin Oak Springs BBQ Cook-offs play an important role in
upholding the state's reputation for barbecue excellence by
providing enjoyable community gatherings and first-rate cuisine;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby commend the organizers
and sponsors of the annual Shin Oak Springs BBQ Cook-off and
extend to all best wishes for a successful event; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of the event and as an expression of esteem from the Texas
Senate.
Perry
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on August 23, 2021.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate