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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, For many years, Grand Prairie has hosted a Cinco de |
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Mayo parade and festival that has become a beloved tradition for |
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residents from all walks of life; and |
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WHEREAS, Cinco de Mayo commemorates May 5, 1862, when the |
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Mexican army achieved victory over French forces at the Battle of |
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Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War; over time, the holiday has |
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grown into a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage, and it has |
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gained a great deal of popularity in Mexican American communities; |
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and |
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WHEREAS, The Cinco de Mayo event in Grand Prairie kicks off |
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with a parade through the city's downtown area and also features an |
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assortment of food and entertainment, including performances from |
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mariachi bands and folklorico dancers; and |
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WHEREAS, Every year, residents and visitors flock to Grand |
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Prairie's Cinco de Mayo celebration to share in the vibrant |
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traditions that help define Mexican culture, and this occasion |
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provides a fitting opportunity to recognize the many ways that the |
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community is enriched by the contributions of Mexican Americans; |
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now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas |
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Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby commemorate Grand |
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Prairie's Cinco de Mayo Parade and Celebration and extend to its |
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organizers sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it |
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further |
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RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be |
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prepared for the City of Grand Prairie as an expression of high |
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regard by the Texas House of Representatives. |