R E S O L U T I O N
 1-1           WHEREAS, On February 28, 2001, proud citizens from Vernon,
 1-2     Crowell, and Quanah are gathering in Austin to celebrate Western
 1-3     Heritage Group Day at the State Capitol; and
 1-4           WHEREAS, The Western Heritage Group strives to  ensure that
 1-5     industries in these fine towns continue to thrive; its members
 1-6     support further growth in the business community and promote a
 1-7     positive vision of the future; and
 1-8           WHEREAS, The Western Heritage Group is made up of community
 1-9     leaders, including mayors, bankers, store owners, chamber of
1-10     commerce members, and other economic development personnel; by
1-11     uniting and addressing the challenging issues that face their
1-12     communities, these admirable Texans are laying the foundation for
1-13     prosperity in the years ahead; and  
1-14           WHEREAS, Vernon, Crowell, and Quanah share many
1-15     characteristics; they are rural communities with economies that are
1-16     based on farming, ranching, and oil production, and they serve as
1-17     the county seats of their respective counties; and
1-18           WHEREAS, Located in Hardeman County, Quanah has been
1-19     designated a Texas Main Street city and features the historic
1-20     Medicine Mounds; moreover, the 1,933-acre Copper Breaks State Park
1-21     is a popular destination for outdoor and water enthusiasts; and
1-22           WHEREAS, Established in 1891, Crowell is part of Foard
1-23     County, and its Depot Library/Museum and Firehall Museum reflect
1-24     the town's rich history and heritage and attract visitors from
 2-1     across the Lone Star State; and
 2-2           WHEREAS, Originally to be named Eagle Flat, Vernon is in
 2-3     Wilbarger County and is home of the Santa Rosa Palomino Club; this
 2-4     unique precision equestrian riding club earned the distinction of
 2-5     being selected as Texas' Ambassadors on Horseback by the Texas
 2-6     Legislature; and
 2-7           WHEREAS, With their proactive approach and creative vision,
 2-8     the members of the Western Heritage Group are making immeasurable
 2-9     contributions to their communities and  a positive impact on the
2-10     State of Texas, and it is indeed most appropriate to pay tribute to
2-11     them at this time; now, therefore, be it
2-12           RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 77th Texas
2-13     Legislature hereby recognize February 28, 2001, as Western Heritage
2-14     Group Day at the State Capitol and extend to the Western Heritage
2-15     Group sincere best wishes for success in their ongoing endeavors.
                                                                  Hardcastle
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                                                   Speaker of the House
               I certify that H.R. No. 212 was adopted by the House on
         February 28, 2001, by a non-record vote.
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                                                 Chief Clerk of the House