SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 770

WHEREAS, The City of Balch Springs, Texas, is located in Dallas County and was established in 1870 by John Balch beside springs that never went dry; and

WHEREAS, Balch Springs is a home-rule city that was incorporated by the State of Texas in 1953 and has grown to have a population of over 19,000; and

WHEREAS, Balch Springs honors the traditions of wholesome family values, academic excellence, and the treatment of seniors with dignity and respect; the city has a variety of schools and sports facilities for community enrichment; and

WHEREAS, Balch Springs take pride in its development as a community and in building a telecom infrastructure throughout Texas and the nation; the city has a new library, a civic center, an animal shelter, and a recreation center; it seeks to meet the needs of its citizens with quality community development and business leadership; and

WHEREAS, Balch Springs is the home of the Southeast Dallas County Social Security Administration Office, the Double D Dude Ranch, and the Chiesl Baseball Complex; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby proclaim April 18, 2007, Balch Springs Day at the Capitol and commend the citizens of this community for their patriotism and civic service; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of Balch Springs. Deuell

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 18, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate