TITLE: Honoring the city of Keene.

SUMMARY: Honoring the city of Keene.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Proud representatives of the city of Keene are visiting the State Capitol on April 11, 2017, and this occasion provides a welcome opportunity to recognize this vibrant community; and WHEREAS, Located south of Fort Worth on the historic Chisholm Trail, Keene also enjoys close proximity to the southern terminus of the new Chisholm Trail Parkway, which connects Fort Worth to Cleburne; and WHEREAS, Keene was founded in 1890, and four years later, the precursor of Southwestern Adventist University opened in the town; that notable institution helped the community establish a tradition of public interest in higher education, healthy living, and service to others; the city was incorporated in 1955; and WHEREAS, Representing the community at the Capitol are Brian LaBorde, the city manager, Michael Talley, the city economic development director, and David Patterson, a member of the city council and president of the board of the Keene Economic Development Corporation; and WHEREAS, For more than a century, residents of Keene have contributed to the economic and cultural development of Texas, and they are justifiably proud of their rich history; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby honor the city of Keene and extend to the visiting delegation sincere best wishes for a productive and enjoyable visit to Austin; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the city of Keene as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Burns Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1381 was adopted by the House on April 27, 2017, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House