2025S0265-1 03/18/25
By: Hinojosa of Hidalgo S.R. No. 316
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the Rotary Club of Edinburg on the grand occasion of
the club's 100th anniversary; and
WHEREAS, Chartered on January 10, 1925, the Rotary Club of
Edinburg was established by a group of citizens who were
committed to promoting Rotary International's mission of
community service; over the last century, the club has supported
and initiated numerous civic projects that have helped Edinburg
thrive; and
WHEREAS, Among its many achievements, the club was
instrumental in developing the city's Little League Baseball and
summer athletics programs, and in the 1930s, its members assisted
in forming Cultural Arts, Incorporated, an initiative that
brought an array of distinguished speakers and musical
performances to the community; and
WHEREAS, The Rotary Club of Edinburg has been the charter
home for six members who have gone on to become Rotary district
governors; many of its club presidents share the distinction of
having fathers who served as presidents or represent the third
generation of family Rotary leadership; in 1990, the club
welcomed its first women members, and in 1995, Judy Vinson was
the first woman elected as club president; and
WHEREAS, Members of the Rotary Club of Edinburg exemplify
the highest ideals of civic engagement, and they are truly
deserving of special recognition for their outstanding
contributions to making Edinburg a better place to live, work,
and raise a family; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Rotary Club of
Edinburg for upholding a proud and historic tradition of civic
service and extend to all congratulations on the club's 100th
anniversary; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the club as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.