By: Sanford (Senate Sponsor - Springer) H.C.R. No. 103

(In the Senate - Received from the House May 17, 2021; May 17, 2021, read first time and referred to Committee on Administration; May 20, 2021, reported favorably by the following vote: Yeas 5, Nays 0; May 20, 2021, sent to printer.) Click here to see the committee vote

HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The community of Celina is renowned for the special effort it makes to celebrate Halloween, and it has created a much-anticipated event that is visited by ghosts, witches, mummies, and a multitude of other costumed revelers from all around North Texas; and

WHEREAS, Hailed as the largest Halloween celebration in the area, Beware! Of the Square draws as many as 7,000 people to Celina's historic downtown square each year; and

WHEREAS, Featuring activities for all ages, Beware! Of the Square includes trick-or-treating, with candy provided by local businesses, as well as Halloween-themed music and an obstacle course and other activities for younger children; and

WHEREAS, The Celina High School theater department contributes to the fun by presenting its special Halloween play, Nightmare on the Hill; the frightfully exciting evening concludes with the outdoor screening of a scary film in the square; and

WHEREAS, By joining together for Beware! Of the Square, the residents of Celina and surrounding communities have created a popular Halloween tradition that is beloved by young and old alike, and this delightful event serves as an opportunity to showcase the city and to enjoy a spooky good time; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the 87th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby designate Celina as the official Halloween Capital of North Texas; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That, in accordance with the provisions of Section 391.003(e), Government Code, this designation remain in effect until the 10th anniversary of the date this resolution is finally passed by the legislature.

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