SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 296

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join the citizens of the Town of Sunnyvale in celebrating February 20, 2007, as Sunnyvale Day at the Capitol; and

WHEREAS, Located 15 miles east of downtown Dallas, Sunnyvale is situated on 10,384 acres of rolling plains and offers the amenities of city life and the charm of country life; and

WHEREAS, The town is bordered on the north and west by the suburbs of Mesquite and Garland, where fine restaurants, shops, and entertainment establishments abound; it also borders the sprawling, pastoral land of Kaufman County and the serene waters of Lake Ray Hubbard; and

WHEREAS, Lake Ray Hubbard, a 22,745-acre reservoir, forms a natural boundary to the east, and recreational activities on the lake include sailing and bass fishing; recreational facilities in the town include parks, tennis courts, and a hike and bike trail; and

WHEREAS, The Town of Sunnyvale is a vital community and its residents look forward to a bright future; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby commend the citizens of the Town of Sunnyvale for their contributions to our state and extend to them best wishes for an enjoyable Sunnyvale Day at the Capitol; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the citizens of the Town of Sunnyvale as a memento of this occasion. Deuell

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 20, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate