SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 83

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Stefan Sinclair, who has been named the 2014 Texas Big Brother of the Year by Big Brothers Big Sisters; and

WHEREAS, Stefan Sinclair has lived in Austin for seven years and has a successful career in game development; he began working with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas in 2010; and

WHEREAS, For two and one-half years, Stefan has been a source of encouragement and support for his Little Brother, Miguel Contreras; they enjoy numerous rewarding activities together, including marathon running, cycling, canoeing, and playing chess; due to Stefan's positive influence, Miguel has made notable improvements in his school work and has become more connected to his community; and

WHEREAS, In addition to spending time with Miguel, Stefan has raised thousands of dollars for the Big Brothers Big Sisters program through his game development company, Certain Affinity; he also serves as a technology mentor for the program, and he helped develop an application that enables children in the program to find low-cost, fun activities around the city; and

WHEREAS, Stefan is being honored for his service at a reception at the Texas Capitol on February 9, 2015; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby commend Stefan Sinclair on his dedication to Miguel Contreras and to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas and congratulate him on his selection as the 2014 Texas Big Brother of the Year; and, be it further

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

Watson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 2, 2015.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate