SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 184

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the "Dam" Lakefest BBQ Cook-off; and

WHEREAS, This outstanding annual event is sponsored by the Burleson County Chamber of Commerce and attracts thousands of visitors each year; the 2017 cook-off is being held on July 15 and July 16 at Welch Park, which is adjacent to beautiful Lake Somerville; and

WHEREAS, The "Dam" Lakefest BBQ Cook-off is sanctioned by the International Barbeque Cookers Association as one of the organization's state championship cook-offs, and the proceeds from the event go to support the county's business community in Somerville and to benefit local youth programs; and

WHEREAS, Texans are noted for their love of barbecue, and it is hoped that many will attend the "Dam" Lakefest BBQ Cook-off, which is sure to provide outstanding cuisine to satisfy the most discriminating of palates; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby commend the sponsors of the "Dam" Lakefest BBQ Cook-off and extend to all participants best wishes for a successful event; and, be it further

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

Kolkhorst

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 13, 2017.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate