SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 417

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join the residents of the City of Sansom Park on the occasion of its 60th anniversary; and

WHEREAS, Sansom Park is situated on the site of the former Sansom Ranch; the area boasts a colorful history that includes the great cattle drives to the stockyards, lively events along the Jacksboro Highway, and the construction of military facilities during World War II; and

WHEREAS, Following World War II, the area was home to a rapidly growing population, and on March 24, 1949, Sansom Park Village was officially incorporated; and

WHEREAS, Through the years, Sansom Park has continued to grow and prosper; today, with its Comprehensive Land Use Plan ensuring high-quality and orderly development and with such civic-minded programs as a food bank, Neighbors Helping Neighbors, and monthly crime watch meetings, the city has become an exemplary place in which 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 the City of Sansom Park on their many contributions to our state and extend to them best wishes for a memorable 60th anniversary celebration; and, be it further

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

Nelson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 16, 2009.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate