TITLE: Recognizing April 14, 2011, as Houston County Day at the Capitol.

SUMMARY: Recognizing April 14, 2011, as Houston County Day at the Capitol.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to welcome the members of the delegation from the Crockett Area Chamber of Commerce and to recognize April 14, 2011, as Houston County Day at the Capitol; and WHEREAS, Created in 1837 and named for Sam Houston, Houston County was the first county in the Republic of Texas and sits in the heart of the El Camino Real; its county seat, Crockett, was named in 1837 after David Crockett, who camped in the vicinity on his way to the Alamo in 1836; and WHEREAS, The county's attractions include the Houston County Fair, the Bluegrass Festival, the Houston County Museum, which is housed in the 1909 Crockett railroad depot, the Rice Log Cabin, and the Monroe-Crook House; the county's Davy Crockett National Forest is the largest national forest in the state; and WHEREAS, The Crockett Area Chamber of Commerce strives to advance the civic, commercial, and industrial opportunities in the county and focuses on having a positive impact on the general welfare of the county and its residents; its members are leaders in the community who seek solutions to a wide variety of issues and who assist new businesses that move into the county; and WHEREAS, The chamber of commerce encourages its members to participate in activities that contribute to the quality of life and future growth of Houston County, and they and area residents take pride in their county's rich history and its many assets; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby express appreciation to the people of Houston County for preserving their county's charm and many amenities in the face of its growth and extend best wishes to all for a memorable Houston County Day at the Capitol; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of Houston County. Ogden President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 14, 2011.