SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 245

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Brentwood Community Foundation Scholarship Committee on the occasion of its silver anniversary; and

WHEREAS, The Brentwood Community Foundation was founded with the mission of improving the quality of life in the greater Houston community through education, economic development, the arts, and health and social services programs; and

WHEREAS, Over the years, the foundation's Scholarship Committee has awarded scholarships and grants to deserving college-bound students through the generous support of corporate underwriters and individual contributors; since the committee's establishment, more than 1,400 high school seniors have been awarded over $800,000 in financial support; and

WHEREAS, Now celebrating its 25th year of supporting the educational endeavors of the young people of Houston, the Scholarship Committee of the Brentwood Community Foundation is hosting its Silver Anniversary Scholarship-Luncheon Fashion Show on May 5; Dr. Rod Paige, former secretary of education, is serving as honorary chairperson and Macy's is one of the major corporate underwriters; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby commend the Brentwood Community Foundation for its many contributions to the quality of life in the greater Houston community and extend congratulations to its exemplary Scholarship Committee as it celebrates its silver anniversary; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of the foundation and as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Ellis

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 14, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate