SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 47
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
  recognize the members and alumni of Leadership Grapevine on the
  occasion of their visit to the Capitol; and
         WHEREAS, The members of this outstanding group contribute
  immeasurably to the betterment of their community through their
  outstanding civic engagement; Leadership Grapevine is a
  nine-month program sponsored by the city and the local chamber of
  commerce that offers opportunities for participants to increase
  their knowledge of important local, regional, and state issues
  and to meet with leaders who are making policy decisions that
  affect their communities; and
         WHEREAS, The program is designed to inspire a spirit of
  activism and provides a diverse membership with training in
  leadership, opportunities for networking, and insight from
  knowledgeable people in both the public and private sectors;
  topics covered include municipal government, the school
  district, economic development, and historical preservation; and
         WHEREAS, Through its efforts to develop new leaders and to
  build a more informed and involved citizenry, Leadership
  Grapevine is helping to create a brighter and more promising
  future for the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
  83rd Legislature, hereby commend the members of Leadership
  Grapevine for their civic leadership and volunteerism and extend
  to them sincere best wishes for continued success and
  achievement; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
  them as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
 
  Nelson
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on January 28, 2013.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate