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 1-2                          SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 54
 1-3           WHEREAS, The arrival of the distinguished members of the
 1-4     Texas Legislature in Austin is truly cause for a celebration, and
 1-5     these esteemed lawmakers will be enthusiastically welcomed back
 1-6     to town at the Great Austin Bash on January 26, 1999; and
 1-7           WHEREAS, Nurturing a vibrant downtown, Austin is a dynamic
 1-8     and diversified city, and its reputation as a center for education
 1-9     and the arts fits seamlessly with its prominence as a business
1-10     and high-tech community of note; perhaps best known as the home of
1-11     the State Capitol and The University of Texas, the city's natural
1-12     beauty and quality of life also represent a substantial attraction
1-13     to those who come to enjoy the various amenities of the River City;
1-14     and
1-15           WHEREAS, One of the most important aspects of Austin
1-16     culture is its rich music scene, which features some of the
1-17     nation's most talented musicians; in addition to being the "Live
1-18     Music Capital of the World," Austin is a burgeoning location for
1-19     other facets of the entertainment industry, having become a
1-20     regional production center for both film and television; and
1-21           WHEREAS, A popular tourist destination, Austin offers
1-22     an exciting range of possibilities to visitors, and it is hoped
1-23     that the public servants who have come to Austin to represent
1-24     their constituents during this legislative session will find
 2-1     time in their busy schedules to sample some of the city's many
 2-2     attractions and enjoy the city's hospitality and charm; and
 2-3           WHEREAS, On the evening of January 26, 1999, members of
 2-4     the Texas Legislature will be honored guests at the Great Austin
 2-5     Bash, hosted by the Austin legislative delegation, Southwestern
 2-6     Bell, Humana, Dell Computer Corporation, the Austin
 2-7     American-Statesman, the City of Austin, the Downtown Austin
 2-8     Alliance, the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce, and
 2-9     Travis County; and 
2-10           WHEREAS, This outstanding event will feature performances
2-11     by  prominent local musicians, including Kelly Willis, whose
2-12     intensely emotional music is a melding of country, rockabilly,
2-13     and blues, and Bruce Robison, a gifted singer-songwriter and
2-14     engaging storyteller, as well as surprise celebrity guests, all
2-15     of whom ensure a festive evening for those in attendance; now,
2-16     therefore, be it
2-17           RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
2-18     76th Legislature, hereby recognize January 26, 1999, as the
2-19     Day of the Great Austin Bash and extend to the event's hosts
2-20     and organizers best wishes for a successful and enjoyable
2-21     evening. 
2-22                                                              Barrientos
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2-24                                          President of the Senate
2-25                                       I hereby certify that the above
2-26                                  Resolution was adopted by the Senate
2-27                                  on January 26, 1999.
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2-29                                          Secretary of the Senate
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2-31                                           Member, Texas Senate