SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 575

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the annual Franklin Volunteer Fire Department BBQ Cook-Off; and

WHEREAS, The annual Franklin Volunteer Fire Department BBQ Cook-Off is held the first weekend in October at Franklin Volunteer Fire Station Number 2 and attracts participants from all around; and

WHEREAS, This highly anticipated annual event is sponsored by the Franklin Volunteer Fire Department and is sanctioned by the International Barbeque Cookers Association as one of the organization's annual state cook-offs; and

WHEREAS, Proceeds from the competition benefit the Franklin Volunteer Fire Department and provide for training, protective equipment, and equipment maintenance, all of which allow fire department members to better serve the community; and

WHEREAS, Texans are noted for their affinity for barbecue and competition, and the annual Franklin Volunteer Fire Department BBQ Cook-Off provides visitors with the opportunity 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, 84th Legislature, hereby commend the sponsors of and the participants in the annual Franklin Volunteer Fire Department BBQ Cook-Off on their hard work and dedication and extend to them best wishes for a successful event; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of this exemplary event.

Schwertner

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 16, 2015.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate