SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 959

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Christina Yampanis, a well-known Dallas community leader who is noted for her work on crime awareness and prevention; and

WHEREAS, Christina Yampanis is dedicated to promoting community involvement in crime awareness, prevention, and education; and

WHEREAS, Through her volunteer work with the North Texas Crime Commission she encourages citizens to support federal, state, and local law enforcement; her exemplary service puts the spotlight on the motto "Fighting Crime is Everyone's Business"; and

WHEREAS, In addition, her volunteerism extends to a number of other worthy causes; she is a participant in the Dallas Mayor's Council on Morals and Values Conference and the Mayor's Back to School Fair for underprivileged children; and

WHEREAS, She volunteers monthly at the Austin Street Homeless Shelter and is co-chair for the Salvation Army Angel Tree program, which provides Christmas presents to needy children and the elderly; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Christina Yampanis on her dedication to her community and her many accomplishments in the field of crime awareness and prevention; and, be it further

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

Carona

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 10, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate