SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 547

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Denver Harbor Little League on the occasion of its 58th anniversary and on the opening of this year's season on April 8, 2017; and

WHEREAS, In 1939, Carl Stotz envisioned a baseball program that would give his young nephews an opportunity to play a sport they loved but were not yet old enough to play as part of an organized team; through his dedication to his family and to the children of Williamsport, Pennsylvania, the Little League baseball program was founded, and soon, communities around the nation began establishing Little League charters for local youth; and

WHEREAS, This year, the Denver Harbor Little League program is celebrating 58 years of local youth participation in America's favorite pastime; the chapter has played an important role in the community as area children have continued to seek out fun activities to engage in with their peers, and parents have continued to pursue opportunities that contribute to their children's overall health and well-being; and

WHEREAS, The Denver Harbor Little League helps to instill good sportsmanship, courage, and loyalty in all who participate, and much is owed to the many adult volunteers who have worked to ensure the chapter's continued success in the community; the program's 58th anniversary is indeed cause for celebration; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby commend all associated with the Denver Harbor Little League and extend to them best wishes for a memorable 58th-season opening ceremony; and, be it further

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

Garcia

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 3, 2017.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate