TITLE: Commemorating the opening of the new indoor farmers' market at Mercado Mayapan in El Paso.

SUMMARY: Commemorating the opening of the new indoor farmers' market at Mercado Mayapan in El Paso.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, El Paso residents celebrated the opening of the Mercado Mayapan Farmers' Market on June 4, 2011; and WHEREAS, Housed in a former garment factory, Mercado Mayapan is a community-operated center that includes an artisan marketplace, a food court, a plaza for special events, and a museum exhibiting the history of Mexican immigrant women who worked in the garment industry; and WHEREAS, This notable venture, imbued with the rich cultural heritage of El Paso, was established by La Mujer Obrera, an organization dedicated to fostering employment, education, and health and nutrition programs; and WHEREAS, Promoting local agriculture, wholesome foods, and community spirit, the Mercado Mayapan Farmers' Market will benefit area residents for years to come; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commemorate the opening of the new indoor farmers' market at Mercado Mayapan in El Paso and extend to all those associated with the market sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for La Mujer Obrera as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Marquez Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 194 was adopted by the House on June 28, 2011, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House