SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 278

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join the citizens of Balch Springs and Texans across the state in celebrating March 4, 2009, as Balch Springs Day at the State Capitol; and

WHEREAS, Named for the plentiful springs on the property of early settler John M. Balch, Balch Springs was incorporated in 1953 and is a home-rule city; and

WHEREAS, Located in Dallas County, Balch Springs has grown to encompass a population of some 20,000 citizens who enjoy a thriving community with an attractive quality of life and a vibrant business climate; and

WHEREAS, Balch Springs is home to a variety of cultural and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike, including a new library, the Double D Dude Ranch, and the Chiesl Baseball Complex; and

WHEREAS, Balch Springs Day at the State Capitol offers its citizens and community leaders the opportunity to learn more about state government and to promote the assets and quality of life that make Balch Springs an exceptional place to live, work, and raise a family; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby commend the citizens of Balch Springs for their many contributions to our state and extend to them best wishes for a productive and memorable Balch Springs Day at the State Capitol; and, be it further

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

Deuell

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 4, 2009.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate