TITLE: Recognizing members of the Cleburne Chamber of Commerce and the Cleburne Tuesday Forum on the occasion of their visit to the Capitol.

SUMMARY: Recognizing members of the Cleburne Chamber of Commerce and the Cleburne Tuesday Forum on the occasion of their visit to the Capitol.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the members of the Cleburne Chamber of Commerce and the Cleburne Tuesday Forum on the occasion of their visit to the Capitol on March 1, 2011; and WHEREAS, The seat of Johnson County, Cleburne is located on the old Chisholm Trail south of Fort Worth; the city's early growth was due to the railroad; the city's nearby Cleburne State Park offers scenic recreational areas that can be used for camping, picnicking, and hiking; and WHEREAS, The Cleburne Chamber of Commerce held its first regular meeting on March 21, 1919; since that time, the organization has focused on the areas of industry and agriculture and has advocated for better roads for Johnson County residents and a wide variety of improvements aimed at the betterment of the Cleburne community; and WHEREAS, The chamber emphasizes the importance of giving back to the city and works hard to advance the economic, industrial, agricultural, professional, and civic welfare of Cleburne; the chamber encourages the growth of existing industries and businesses and assists new firms that relocate to the area; the organization currently has more than 950 members; and WHEREAS, The Cleburne Tuesday Forum is a nonprofit organization consisting of professional men and women who meet once a month to share information and exchange points of view; the organization was founded 40 years ago and provides a platform for the public discussion of a variety of issues that affect Johnson County; and WHEREAS, Both organizations are committed to improving the lives of area citizens and focus on economic development and on raising public awareness about relevant issues; the members of these organizations follow policies that reflect the needs and concerns of the people of Cleburne and the surrounding area, and their leadership and vision play an important role in the vitality of the community; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Cleburne Chamber of Commerce and the Cleburne Tuesday Forum on their dedication to their work and on their many accomplishments on behalf of the Cleburne community; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for these organizations as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Birdwell President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 28, 2011.