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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 274
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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to |
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recognize the City of Graham and the Graham Chamber of Commerce |
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as they celebrate Graham Day at the State Capitol; and |
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WHEREAS, A hospitable rural town in North Texas, Graham |
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holds a unique appeal for families and lovers of the outdoors; |
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Lake Graham provides a refreshing and safe water supply, and the |
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town's proximity to Possum Kingdom Lake makes for exciting |
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recreational outings; and |
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WHEREAS, This growing community of almost 9,000 residents is |
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known for its petroleum industry; in support of that sector, the |
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local branch of the North Central Texas Community College recently |
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introduced a new curriculum in oil and gas technology; and |
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WHEREAS, The town of Graham has a progressive city council |
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that is investing in water treatment and distribution projects |
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and hospital technology and is supportive of the arts; residents |
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are enthusiastically focusing resources on the renovation of the |
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town's historic auditorium; and |
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WHEREAS, An idyllic location for raising a family and a |
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wholesome destination for visitors, Graham boasts low crime rates, |
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a respected school system, and an outstanding city-owned hospital; |
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its residents and civic leaders are deserving of praise for |
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creating a safe and welcoming community; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd |
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Legislature, hereby welcome the delegates of the City of Graham |
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and the Graham Chamber of Commerce on the occasion of Graham Day |
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at the State Capitol and extend to them best wishes in all their |
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future endeavors; and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for |
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them as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. |
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President of the Senate |
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I hereby certify that the |
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above Resolution was adopted by |
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the Senate on February 26, 2013. |
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Secretary of the Senate |
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Member, Texas Senate |