SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 347

WHEREAS, Members of the West I-10 Chamber of Commerce are gathering at the State Capitol on March 5, 2009, and their visit provides a fitting opportunity to recognize the achievements of these outstanding civic leaders; and

WHEREAS, Founded in 1985, the West I-10 Chamber of Commerce works diligently to promote the growth and advancement of southern Waller County and northwestern Fort Bend County through economic and community development programs; and

WHEREAS, This notable organization is made up of approximately 80 businesses, professionals, and citizens from a 250-square-mile area west of Houston, including the towns of Brookshire, Pattison, Fulshear, and Simonton; located in the agriculturally rich watershed of the Brazos River, the region thrives on farming, ranching, manufacturing, and transportation-dependent industries; and

WHEREAS, The vision and leadership provided by the West I-10 Chamber of Commerce have been truly invaluable to the betterment of this East Texas community, and it is indeed a pleasure to honor the chamber at this time; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby commend the West I-10 Chamber of Commerce for its dedicated service to the community and extend to its members sincere best wishes for continued success with their important work; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the group as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Hegar

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 2, 2009.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate