SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 290
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize William R. Sinkin for his outstanding contributions 
to the City of San Antonio; and
	WHEREAS, William Sinkin is well known in the community for 
his work as a founder and first president of HemisFair; and
	WHEREAS, A highly respected leader who generously devotes 
time and energy to many civic organizations, Mr. Sinkin has 
served as president of a number of local boards and associations, 
including Texans for Equal Education, the Jewish Federation, and 
the Coordinated Child Care Council; he is on the board of the 
San Antonio Food Bank and a member of the Bexar County Hospital 
Board; and
	WHEREAS, For his exemplary service to his fellow 
citizens, Mr. Sinkin has been recognized with numerous awards 
and honors; he has received the Community Benefactor Award, the 
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Distinguished Achievement Award, the 
Bexar County Outstanding Democrat Award, and the Neighborhood 
Business Revitalization Award, among many others; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Sinkin is a source of strength to many in his 
community, and his accomplishments reflect his commitment to his 
fellowman; he is truly worthy of legislative recognition; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 
78th Legislature, hereby commend William R. Sinkin for his 
exceptional service to the people of San Antonio; and, be it 
further

	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.

Zaffirini                                                                     

Van de Putte                                                                  

Wentworth                                                                     




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on March 4, 2003.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate