1-1 1 1-2 SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 363 1-3 WHEREAS, On February 28, 2001, proud citizens from Vernon, 1-4 Crowell, and Quanah are gathering in Austin to celebrate Western 1-5 Heritage Group Day at the State Capitol; and 1-6 WHEREAS, The Western Heritage Group strives to ensure that 1-7 industries in these fine towns continue to thrive; its members 1-8 support further growth in the business community and promote a 1-9 positive vision of the future; and 1-10 WHEREAS, The Western Heritage Group is made up of community 1-11 leaders, including mayors, bankers, store owners, chamber of 1-12 commerce members, and other economic development personnel; by 1-13 uniting and addressing the challenging issues that face their 1-14 communities, these admirable Texans are laying the foundation 1-15 for prosperity in the years ahead; and 1-16 WHEREAS, Vernon, Crowell, and Quanah share many 1-17 characteristics; they are rural communities with economies 1-18 that are based on farming, ranching, and oil production, and 1-19 they serve as the county seats of their respective counties; and 1-20 WHEREAS, Located in Hardeman County, Quanah has been 1-21 designated a Texas Main Street city and features the historic 1-22 Medicine Mounds; moreover, the 1,933-acre Copper Breaks State Park 1-23 is a popular destination for outdoor and water enthusiasts; and 2-1 WHEREAS, Established in 1891, Crowell is part of 2-2 Foard County, and its Depot Library/Museum and Firehall Museum 2-3 reflect the town's rich history and heritage and attract visitors 2-4 from across the Lone Star State; and 2-5 WHEREAS, Originally to be named Eagle Flat, Vernon is 2-6 in Wilbarger County and is home of the Santa Rosa Palomino Club; 2-7 this unique precision equestrian riding club earned the distinction 2-8 of being selected as Texas' Ambassadors on Horseback by the 2-9 Texas Legislature; and 2-10 WHEREAS, With their proactive approach and creative vision, 2-11 the members of the Western Heritage Group are making immeasurable 2-12 contributions to their communities and a positive impact on the 2-13 State of Texas, and it is indeed most appropriate to pay tribute 2-14 to them at this time; now, therefore, be it 2-15 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 2-16 77th Legislature, hereby recognize February 28, 2001, as Western 2-17 Heritage Group Day at the State Capitol and extend to the Western 2-18 Heritage Group sincere best wishes for success in its ongoing 2-19 endeavors. 2-20 Haywood 2-21 ______________________________________ 2-22 President of the Senate 2-23 I hereby certify that the above 2-24 Resolution was adopted by the Senate 2-25 on February 28, 2001. 2-26 ______________________________________ 2-27 Secretary of the Senate 2-28 ______________________________________ 2-29 Member, Texas Senate