SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 312

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the members of Leadership Lewisville on the occasion of their visit to Austin on February 21 and 22, 2011; and

WHEREAS, Leadership Lewisville is sponsored by the Lewisville Area Chamber of Commerce as part of the chamber's Community Development Division; and

WHEREAS, Leadership Lewisville provides a unique educational experience for those who participate in the program and helps them develop their leadership skills; the program aims to identify and motivate emerging leaders and help them acquire a working knowledge of the community; and

WHEREAS, Anyone who works or resides in the greater Lewisville area is eligible to apply for admission to the program, and the class of 20 to 30 members is chosen without regard to race, gender, age, education, or personal or employment affiliations; and

WHEREAS, Among various other activities, the program requires students to attend one school board meeting and one city council meeting during the nine-month session; and

WHEREAS, The goals of the program are for participants to learn about the inner workings of private and public institutions and about how and where one might make effective contributions to the community; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Leadership Lewisville for its innovative and thorough approach to preparing citizens for prominent roles in their community; and, be it further

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

Nelson, Harris

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 22, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate

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Member, Texas Senate