1-1 1 1-2 SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 131 1-3 WHEREAS, On February 23, 1999, many fine citizens of 1-4 Fayette County will be in Austin to celebrate the significant 1-5 contributions made to the State of Texas by one of its grandest 1-6 counties; and 1-7 WHEREAS, Fayette County is the heart of South Central Texas 1-8 and has been blessed with some of the state's most picturesque 1-9 landscapes: gently rolling hills, steep bluffs, rich farmland, 1-10 and dense forest threaded by the Colorado River; and 1-11 WHEREAS, Tonkawa and Comanche Indians in pursuit of great 1-12 herds of buffalo were among the early residents of the area, 1-13 though the first historical record was not made until 1527; over 1-14 the centuries, many people representing many nations have left 1-15 their mark on Fayette County in search of trade, land, and freedom, 1-16 and today the county is one of the most ethnically diverse in the 1-17 state; and 1-18 WHEREAS, Organized on December 14, 1837, Fayette County 1-19 was named for the Marquis de LaFayette, a Revolutionary War hero, 1-20 and a site in Fayette County was initially chosen for the Republic 1-21 of Texas capitol before being vetoed by President Sam Houston; and 1-22 WHEREAS, Just south of La Grange, overlooking the 1-23 Colorado River, is Monument Hill State Historical Park, 1-24 which offers what many believe to be the best panoramic view 2-1 in South Texas; in addition to its spectacular vistas, the 2-2 park is an important site to students of Texas history, for it 2-3 is the final resting place for those Texas patriots felled in 2-4 the Battle of Salado Creek and the ill-fated Mier Expedition; 2-5 and 2-6 WHEREAS, Whenever this nation has called, the citizens 2-7 of Fayette County have answered, from the Battles of Gonzales 2-8 and San Jacinto to Vietnam and Desert Storm, for the fires of 2-9 patriotism still burn here; faith, too, is strong in Fayette County 2-10 and the area is home to a number of historic churches that remain 2-11 active today; and 2-12 WHEREAS, Fayette County has long been recognized as a 2-13 leader in state agricultural production, with farms and 2-14 ranches playing a vital role in the county's economy; but 2-15 healthy business and industry sectors contribute greatly, as 2-16 well, and Fayette County goods and products are shipped around 2-17 the world; and 2-18 WHEREAS, The dynamic economy supports an outstanding 2-19 education system, which graduates large numbers of well-educated 2-20 and highly skilled workers; health care, too, is a priority in 2-21 Fayette County, strengthened by a regional hospital with an 2-22 incomparable medical support team; and 2-23 WHEREAS, Residents and visitors alike of all ages can 2-24 delight in the many festivals and celebrations hosted by 2-25 Fayette County communities year-round, such as Spring Fling 2-26 in La Grange; outdoor enthusiasts also find much to do in 3-1 Fayette County, with fishing and boating on Lake Fayette and 3-2 a number of first-rate golf courses; and 3-3 WHEREAS, The citizens of Fayette County take justifiable 3-4 pride in their county's history and look to the future with great 3-5 enthusiasm, for this unique county and its citizens have played a 3-6 significant role in shaping Texas, and it is indeed appropriate to 3-7 recognize Fayette County at this time; now, therefore, be it 3-8 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 3-9 76th Legislature, hereby welcome the distinguished 3-10 delegation of Fayette County residents visiting on this day 3-11 and declare February 23, 1999, Fayette County Day at the 3-12 Capitol and extend to all the county's residents heartfelt 3-13 best wishes for a memorable and joyous celebration; and, be 3-14 it further 3-15 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution 3-16 be prepared for prominent display in Fayette County as a 3-17 commemoration of this grand occasion and as an expression 3-18 of high regard by the Texas Senate. 3-19 Armbrister 3-20 ______________________________________ 3-21 President of the Senate 3-22 I hereby certify that the above 3-23 Resolution was adopted by the Senate 3-24 on February 3, 1999. 3-25 ______________________________________ 3-26 Secretary of the Senate 3-27 ______________________________________ 3-28 Member, Texas Senate