SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 463

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Three Rivers Chamber of Commerce and the George West Chamber of Commerce for their many contributions to the citizens of Live Oak County; and

WHEREAS, These chambers of commerce were founded to advance the economic, professional, cultural, and civic welfare of the Cities of Three Rivers and George West and the entire Live Oak County trade area; the chambers encourage tourism and the growth of existing industries and businesses and assist new firms and individuals in relocating to the area; and

WHEREAS, The Tourism Committee of the Three Rivers Chamber of Commerce founded the Salsa Festival, which features music, arts and crafts, and a bicycle race and motorcycle rally in addition to a salsa competition; the chamber also sponsors the Choke Canyon Birding Festival at Three Rivers; and

WHEREAS, The George West Chamber of Commerce is the original founder and current supporter of Storyfest and serves as the tourism center for the City of George West; and

WHEREAS, Committed to improving the quality of life for area citizens, these two organizations focus on community development and follow policies that reflect the needs and concerns of the people of Live Oak County; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby commend the Three Rivers Chamber of Commerce and the George West Chamber of Commerce for their many accomplishments on behalf of the citizens of Live Oak County; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for these outstanding organizations as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Zaffirini

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President of the Senate

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

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate