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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 69

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
honor Deborah Sanford for her outstanding contributions to the 
world of dance and to recognize June 6, 2004, as Deborah Sanford's 
44th Year in Dance Day; and
	WHEREAS, Deborah is a gifted dancer and choreographer 
trained in ballet, tap, jazz, and musical theatre; she attended 
The University of Texas at Austin and holds an associate degree 
in drama; and
	WHEREAS, While studying at the university, Deborah was a 
member of the Austin Civic Ballet and assistant choreographer for 
Center Stage Theatre; after returning to Houston, she danced in 
Theatre Under the Stars productions such as West Side Story and 
Show Boat; as the resident choreographer for the Greater Pasadena 
Civic Jazz Ballet Company, she staged The Nutcracker, Peter Pan, 
and The Wiz; and
	WHEREAS, Deborah's career has been a testament to her 
extraordinary talent; she was a Glen Hunsucker Dancer and was 
accepted into the prestigious Houston Allegro Ballet Company; 
she has appeared on national television and has several film 
credits to her name; her students have performed across the 
country, from Los Angeles to New York City; and
	WHEREAS, Highly respected in her field, Deborah Sanford 
has served as president of Dance Masters of America Chapter Three 
and as a delegate, director, and area vice president of the 
National Dance Masters of America Board of Directors; her 
award-winning choreography can be seen locally throughout the 
year at competitions and annual recitals; and
	WHEREAS, Through her outstanding artistry as a dancer and 
choreographer, Deborah Sanford has brought great pleasure to 
many people; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
78th Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby commend Deborah Sanford
for her many contributions to the art of dance and extend 
congratulations to her on her special day; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
                                                                        Gallegos




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 6, 2004.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



________________________________ 
     Member, Texas Senate