TITLE: Recognizing February 21 and 22, 2011, as Denton County Days at the State Capitol.

SUMMARY: Recognizing February 21 and 22, 2011, as Denton County Days at the State Capitol.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to welcome the Denton County delegation to Austin for a celebration of Denton County Days at the State Capitol on February 21 and 22, 2011; and WHEREAS, Created in 1846 out of land from the original Peters Colony Grant in Fannin County, Denton County is named for John B. Denton, a pioneer lawyer and Methodist minister; and WHEREAS, Denton County is located in North Texas, and the City of Denton serves as the county seat; the stately Denton County Courthouse, with its imposing limestone blocks and majestic clock tower, dominates the square and is one of the most impressive sights in the area; and WHEREAS, Noted for its many outstanding educational opportunities, Denton County is home to 11 public school districts; the University of North Texas, Texas Woman's University, and North Central Texas College provide access to exemplary higher education; and WHEREAS, Denton County offers a welcoming business climate and excellent recreational and cultural opportunities that contribute in significant ways to the region's thriving economy and progressive development; and WHEREAS, With its natural beauty and rich history, Denton County is truly a unique and impressive part of our state; its citizens can justifiably take great pride in their county's many contributions to the legacy of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby join the Denton County delegation in celebrating February 21 and 22, 2011, as Denton County Days at the State Capitol and extend to them best wishes for a memorable celebration; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of this special occasion. Nelson, Estes, Harris President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 22, 2011.