SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 364

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Marcus L. Hereford of Lamesa, who was recently named a 2007 Texas Youth of the Year finalist by the Boys and Girls Clubs of America; and

WHEREAS, Boys and Girls Clubs are neighborhood-based programs that address today's most pressing issues for young people; the clubs promote improved self-image for members and encourage community involvement, strong moral values, and improved life management skills; and

WHEREAS, Marcus has been a member of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Lamesa for 10 years; he is a senior at Lamesa High School; he plays track and field and baseball; he plans to attend Midland Junior College and then Texas Tech University or Texas A&M University with the goal of becoming a meteorologist; and

WHEREAS, He is a member of the Lamesa Chapter of Business Professionals of America and volunteers regularly at the Boys and Girls Club, North Elementary School, and the Food Bank; at Christmastime, he rings the bell for the Salvation Army; and

WHEREAS, Marcus's selection as a Texas Youth of the Year finalist is a tribute to his exceptional talents and his enthusiasm for service; he is an exemplary young man, and he demonstrates the fine spirit shown by the many young people in the State of Texas who volunteer to improve their communities; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby commend Marcus L. Hereford for being a 2007 Texas Youth of the Year finalist and extend to him best wishes for success in the future; and, be it further

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

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 27, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate