SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 69

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the 'Dam' LakeFest BBQ Cook-off as a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition; and

WHEREAS, The 'Dam' LakeFest is sponsored by the Burleson County Chamber of Commerce and is held every year in the summer; the cook-off attracts thousands of visitors from across the state to Welch Park on beautiful Lake Somerville; and

WHEREAS, The cook-off has been sanctioned by the International Barbeque Cookers Association, and this year's event takes place July 19 through 20; revenue from the event goes to chamber programs to foster the county's business community and local youth programs; and

WHEREAS, Texans are noted for their affinity for barbecue, and the 'Dam' LakeFest BBQ Cook-off brings people together to sample the wares of some of the best chefs in the state; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby proclaim the 'Dam' LakeFest BBQ Cook-off a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition and extend best wishes to the sponsors and participants for a successful and memorable event; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of this cook-off.

Hegar

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on June 14, 2013.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate