SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 403
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
	recognize the Chuck Wagon Gang of Odessa, which is celebrating 75
	years of service to the community; and
	WHEREAS, The Chuck Wagon Gang of Odessa was founded on
	March 5, 1940, by 33 local businessmen who wanted to help promote
	the City of Odessa; the group was modeled after the chuck wagon
	cooks of olden days who traveled the cow trails of Texas; and
	WHEREAS, In the 75 years since its establishment, the gang
	has grown to include more than 250 participants who volunteer
	their time to keep the tradition of public service alive; and
	WHEREAS, The gang has developed a widespread following for
	its renowned "feeds" at which hearty Texas barbecue dishes are
	provided with all the traditional fixings; people from throughout
	the nation have taken part in the gang's food and festivities; and
	WHEREAS, For 75 years, the Chuck Wagon Gang of Odessa has
	been unwavering in its commitment to the town and to Ector County,
	and its members are indeed deserving of recognition for their
	work and dedication to tradition; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
	Legislature, hereby commend the Chuck Wagon Gang of Odessa for 75
	years of outstanding service to the community and extend to its
	members best wishes for the future; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
	the group as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
	Seliger
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on March 19, 2015.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate