S.C.R. No. 69
 
 
 
 
SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
         WHEREAS, The Legislature of the State of Texas takes pleasure
  in recognizing Ballet Lubbock on the occasion of its 40th
  anniversary, which is being celebrated during its 2009-2010 season;
  and
         WHEREAS, Founded in 1969 by Suzanne Aker, Ballet Lubbock is
  currently led by one of her former students, artistic director
  Yvonne Racz; the company boasts a first-rate dance facility and an
  enrollment of nearly 200 students annually in its school; ongoing
  classes are also offered at three Lubbock community centers; and
         WHEREAS, The only preprofessional performing company on the
  South Plains, Ballet Lubbock has launched the careers of
  professional dancers, choreographers, and teachers throughout the
  country; the company's season includes The Nutcracker and an annual
  spring performance; a fall performance will soon augment its
  program; and
         WHEREAS, Through its popular performances and its
  outstanding dance school, Ballet Lubbock makes classical dance
  accessible to the entire community and serves as a major cultural
  and educational asset to area citizens; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the 81st Legislature of the State of Texas
  hereby commend Ballet Lubbock on its valuable role as an artistic
  performing company in the South Plains community and extend
  congratulations to all associated with Ballet Lubbock on the
  occasion of its 40th anniversary; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be prepared for the
  company as an expression of esteem from the Texas Legislature.
 
 
 
 
 
  ______________________________ ______________________________
     President of the Senate Speaker of the House     
 
         I hereby certify that S.C.R. No. 69 was adopted by the Senate
  on April 30, 2009.
 
 
  ______________________________
  Secretary of the Senate    
 
         I hereby certify that S.C.R. No. 69 was adopted by the House
  on May 14, 2009.
 
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House   
 
 
 
  Approved:
 
  ______________________________ 
              Date
 
 
  ______________________________ 
            Governor