By: Turner S.R. No. 802 1-1 SENATE RESOLUTION 1-2 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pleasure in 1-3 recognizing John Thompson, who has been selected for the Citizen of 1-4 the Year Award by the Taylor Rotary Club; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Mr. Thompson is well known for his outstanding work 1-6 in the Taylor community and was particularly appreciated during the 1-7 1994 Christmas season when citizens enjoyed his light display on 1-8 Heritage Square; and 1-9 WHEREAS, A dedicated and active volunteer, John Thompson 1-10 generously devotes time and energy to civic affairs and to causes 1-11 that benefit the young people in the community; and 1-12 WHEREAS, Mr. Thompson has been a longtime supporter 1-13 of 4-H and Future Farmers of America through the purchase of 1-14 livestock show animals, and he is one of the original donors to 1-15 the Saint Mary's School Trust Fund; he has sponsored Taylor youth 1-16 league teams and has volunteered his labor and material for staging 1-17 the Hi-Stepper Spring Show; and 1-18 WHEREAS, Mr. Thompson was also responsible for the construction 1-19 of the archives room at the Taylor Library and has generously shared 1-20 his American Indian collection with the public; and 1-21 WHEREAS, John Thompson's concern for others is legendary, and 1-22 he has played a major role in the betterment of the Taylor community; 1-23 and 2-1 WHEREAS, An exemplary and distinguished citizen, Mr. Thompson 2-2 is a source of strength to many, and his worthy accomplishments 2-3 reflect his dedication and his commitment to his fellowman; now, 2-4 therefore, be it 2-5 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 2-6 74th Legislature, hereby commend John Thompson on his exceptional 2-7 achievements and extend congratulations to him on his selection as 2-8 Citizen of the Year; and, be it further 2-9 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him 2-10 as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. 2-11 ______________________________________ 2-12 President of the Senate 2-13 I hereby certify that the above 2-14 Resolution was adopted by the Senate 2-15 on April 26, 1995. 2-16 ______________________________________ 2-17 Secretary of the Senate 2-18 ______________________________________ 2-19 Member, Texas Senate