Bill Text: TX SR256 | 2011-2012 | 82nd Legislature | Enrolled


Bill Title: Recognizing February 16 and 17, 2011, as Nacogdoches-SFA Days at the State Capitol.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2011-02-14 - Reported enrolled [SR256 Detail]

Download: Texas-2011-SR256-Enrolled.html
 
 
 
 
 
SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 256
         WHEREAS, On February 16 and 17, 2011, members of the
  Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Nacogdoches,
  Stephen F. Austin State University and its Student Government
  Association and Alumni Association are visiting Austin to
  celebrate Nacogdoches-SFA Days at the State Capitol; and
         WHEREAS, Nacogdoches is one of the oldest communities in
  the state, the site of a Caddo Native American settlement and a
  Spanish mission established in 1716; the city became an important
  gateway for trade with the French and later the Americans, and
  its lengthy list of Texas milestones includes the first
  newspaper, oil well, and two-story building, as well as the
  state's inaugural district court session; the nine flags flown
  over the city include those of three short-lived early republics;
  and
         WHEREAS, Today the vintage charm of Nacogdoches brings
  myriad tourists, who explore such attractions as the Old Stone
  Fort, the Victorian homes along Mound Street, the 19th-century
  buildings of Millard's Crossing, and the quaint antique shops and
  restaurants along brick downtown streets; many also come to enjoy
  recreational activities at Lake Nacogdoches and Sam Rayburn
  Reservoir, known for their bass fishing; in addition to education
  and tourism, primary industries include agricultural services,
  manufacturing, and oil and gas; and
         WHEREAS, Education has been an important part of the area's
  economy since Stephen F. Austin State University opened its doors
  to 158 students on September 18, 1923; its alumni association was
  organized just five years later and has worked diligently through
  the years to support the school, which now has an enrollment of
  12,954 students; the university boasts an exceptionally scenic
  campus and also operates a beef and poultry farm, a dairy farm, an
  experimental forest, and a forestry field station; its observatory is
  the second largest not only in Texas but also in the Central Time
  Zone; and
         WHEREAS, Beautifully situated in the Texas Forest Country,
  Nacogdoches is attracting active retired Texans; it was one of
  the first three communities in Texas recognized as a Go-Texan
  certified retirement community because of its cultural and
  sporting events, health care, safety, and continuing education
  opportunities; and
         WHEREAS, The combination of numerous amenities and a
  neighborly atmosphere makes Nacogdoches a splendid place to
  live, work, and study, and it is a pleasure to welcome those
  representing the many facets of this vibrant part of the Lone
  Star State; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
  Legislature, hereby recognize February 16 and 17, 2011, as
  Nacogdoches-SFA Days at the State Capitol and extend to the
  visiting delegation best wishes for a memorable stay in Austin;
  and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
  the group as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
 
  Nichols
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on February 14, 2011.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate
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