SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 733

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to welcome the delegation from Balch Springs and recognize April 19, 2011, as Balch Springs Day at the State Capitol; and

WHEREAS, Balch Springs is a home-rule city incorporated in 1953; it is named for early settler John M. Balch, who had abundant springs on his property; and

WHEREAS, Located in Dallas County, Balch Springs has grown to encompass a population of 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 facilities and 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 outstanding place to live, work, and raise a family; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby recognize the citizens of Balch Springs for their many contributions to our state and extend to them best wishes for a 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 April 7, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate