SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 437

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the annual Forney BBQ Cook-Off and Festival; and

WHEREAS, This outstanding event is sponsored by the City of Forney and attracts thousands of visitors each year; the annual cook-off is held during the summer at Forney Community Park; and

WHEREAS, The Forney BBQ Cook-Off and Festival is accredited by the Lone Star Barbecue Society as one of the organization's state championship cook-offs, and proceeds from the event go to support local charities; and

WHEREAS, Texans are noted for their love of barbecue, and it is hoped that many will attend the Forney BBQ Cook-Off and Festival, which is sure to provide outstanding barbecue for the most discerning of tastes; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby extend congratulations to the citizens of Forney for hosting the Forney BBQ Cook-Off and Festival 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.

Hall

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 16, 2017.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate