TITLE: Recognizing April 11 and 12, 2017, as Leadership Mesquite Days.

SUMMARY: Recognizing April 11 and 12, 2017, as Leadership Mesquite Days.

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WHEREAS, Members of Leadership Mesquite are visiting the State Capitol on April 11 and 12, 2017, and this occasion provides a fitting opportunity to recognize this notable group; and WHEREAS, Sponsored by the Mesquite Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Mesquite was created to educate civic-minded individuals about city, county, and state government; the course lasts nine months and involves citizens representing a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives; and WHEREAS, Leadership Mesquite works in cooperation with such entities as the Mesquite Economic Development Board, the Dallas County Commissioners Court, the Mesquite Independent School District, and Eastfield College to sponsor different programs every month to help members gain a better understanding of the community; and WHEREAS, Each Leadership Mesquite class chooses a special project to benefit the community; this year, the group is working with Read Play Talk, a research-based community-supported initiative to champion early childhood literacy among Mesquite Independent School District students; and WHEREAS, Through its efforts to promote a spirit of volunteerism and community pride, Leadership Mesquite is fostering an informed and engaged citizenry, and the program is helping to build a brighter and more prosperous future for the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby recognize April 11 and 12, 2017, as Leadership Mesquite Days at the State Capitol and extend to all those participating sincere best wishes for a memorable and enjoyable visit. Hall President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 12, 2017.