SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 384
WHEREAS, Friends of the Dallas Public Library is marking
the 75th anniversary of its founding in 2025, and this occasion
provides a welcome opportunity to recognize the organization's
outstanding record of service to the residents of Dallas; and
WHEREAS, Established in 1950, this venerable nonprofit
organization helps support the Dallas Public Library's 30
locations and nearly 400 employees; by launching grassroots
campaigns and securing grants, the group has raised funds that
have allowed the library to expand hours, increase staffing,
install Reading Ready Play Spaces at all branches, and finance
staff development, early childhood literacy, child and adult
education programs, and multicultural family programming;
moreover, the organization played a vital role in passing a 2017
bond that funded the construction of a new library, the
replacement of another, and a range of improvements at the
central branch; and
WHEREAS, For three quarters of a century, Friends of the
Dallas Public Library has advocated for the library and supported
its mission to strengthen the community and build equity by
connecting people, inspiring curiosity, and advancing lives, and
it is a privilege to honor the organization on this important
milestone in its history; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
Legislature, hereby commemorate the 75th anniversary of Friends
of the Dallas Public Library and extend to all those associated
with the group sincere best wishes for continued success with
their important work; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for the organization as an expression of high regard
from the Texas Senate.
Johnson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 10, 2025.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate