SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 504

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Rotary District 5870 for its participation in Rotary National Literacy Month; and

WHEREAS, To emphasize the importance of books and reading in the lives of our nation's children, the Rotary Clubs of Rotary District 5870 are planning a variety of literacy activities during the week of March 23 through 29; and

WHEREAS, The activities and projects planned reflect the Rotary International theme for this year, "Making Dreams Real for our Children"; the week's projects will culminate with the designation of March 28 as Drop Everything and Read Day; and

WHEREAS, The literacy programs designed by Rotary Clubs throughout the Central Texas area for this week include setting up a teen library, providing children's books for clinic waiting rooms, collecting books for elementary schools, participating in a Read-In at Zilker Park, and collecting and distributing books to children at a town square event; and

WHEREAS, Rotary National Literacy Month is celebrated in March each year and is an excellent opportunity for the clubs to raise public awareness about the importance of literacy and education in our communities; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby commend Rotary District 5870 on its active participation in Rotary National Literacy Month and declare March 28 Drop Everything and Read Day; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of Rotary District 5870 and Rotary National Literacy Month.

Watson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 24, 2009.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate