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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 208
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WHEREAS, A delegation of citizens from El Cenizo is |
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visiting the State Capitol on the occasion of El Cenizo Day on |
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February 12, 2007; and |
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WHEREAS, A small but proud community along the Rio Grande, |
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15 miles south of Laredo, El Cenizo was incorporated in 1989 and |
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has a population of 6,500 people; and |
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WHEREAS, Town residents are known for their ability to work |
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together to meet common goals; one example is La Gloria |
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Development Corporation, which was founded by local citizens; |
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La Gloria has embarked on a self-help construction program to |
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provide home improvements and new housing for the community, with |
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families often forming teams to construct new houses for one |
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another; and |
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WHEREAS, Several times a year, the community comes |
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together to celebrate; the annual Spring Parade features |
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contests for the best dance squad, the best decorated float, the |
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best show car, and other events, as well as the bestowal of the |
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Mayor's Distinguished Award; the Fourth of July Family Festival |
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is an opportunity to celebrate the Independence Day holiday and |
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to sample fine food and live entertainment; and |
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WHEREAS, El Cenizo has distinguished itself as a community |
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of concerned and committed people, and the citizens' hard work, |
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solidarity, and dedication to positive growth and development |
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are deserving of commendation on this special day; now, |
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therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, |
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80th Legislature, hereby recognize February 12, 2007, as |
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El Cenizo Day at the State Capitol and extend to the delegation |
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sincere best wishes for an enjoyable and informative visit to |
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Austin. |
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Zaffirini |
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President of the Senate |
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I hereby certify that the |
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above Resolution was adopted by |
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the Senate on February 13, 2007. |
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Secretary of the Senate |
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Member, Texas Senate |