SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 107
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Jackson family, which will be celebrating its family reunion July 23, 2005, in Houston; and WHEREAS, The Jackson family has been celebrating the spirit of family togetherness for almost 50 years with a family reunion held annually on the fourth Saturday in July; the reunion provides a rare opportunity for family members to share stories and celebrate their heritage; and WHEREAS, Family members travel from California, Oklahoma, Florida, Washington, D.C., Georgia, New York, and other parts of Texas to participate in the festivities; and WHEREAS, At each reunion one of the senior family members is honored, and Bay City resident Thelma Fountain has been selected to be honored in 2005; and WHEREAS, The members of this illustrious family have instilled the virtues of love and hard work in their children, and they have contributed greatly to their communities through their leadership, integrity, and concern for others; and WHEREAS, The 2005 reunion is a manifestation of the family's pride in its legacy and of its commitment to family unity and loyalty; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 79th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend the members of the Jackson family for remembering their heritage and extend best wishes to them for a memorable family reunion; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the members of the Jackson family as a memento of this special occasion. Ellis ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on July 18, 2005. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate