2025S0265-1 03/18/25

By: Hinojosa of Hidalgo S.R. No. 316

SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Rotary Club of Edinburg on the grand occasion of the club's 100th anniversary; and

WHEREAS, Chartered on January 10, 1925, the Rotary Club of Edinburg was established by a group of citizens who were committed to promoting Rotary International's mission of community service; over the last century, the club has supported and initiated numerous civic projects that have helped Edinburg thrive; and

WHEREAS, Among its many achievements, the club was instrumental in developing the city's Little League Baseball and summer athletics programs, and in the 1930s, its members assisted in forming Cultural Arts, Incorporated, an initiative that brought an array of distinguished speakers and musical performances to the community; and

WHEREAS, The Rotary Club of Edinburg has been the charter home for six members who have gone on to become Rotary district governors; many of its club presidents share the distinction of having fathers who served as presidents or represent the third generation of family Rotary leadership; in 1990, the club welcomed its first women members, and in 1995, Judy Vinson was the first woman elected as club president; and

WHEREAS, Members of the Rotary Club of Edinburg exemplify the highest ideals of civic engagement, and they are truly deserving of special recognition for their outstanding contributions to making Edinburg a better place to live, work, and raise a family; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Rotary Club of Edinburg for upholding a proud and historic tradition of civic service and extend to all congratulations on the club's 100th anniversary; and, be it further

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