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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 651

	WHEREAS, Residents of Eagle Pass and Maverick County are 
gathering at the State Capitol on April 20, 2005, to celebrate 
the contributions of their region to the Lone Star State; and
	WHEREAS, Maverick County was named for Samuel Augustus Maverick
in 1856, and its county seat, Eagle Pass, is located on the Mexican 
border; originally named El Paso del Aguila because of the frequent 
flights of Mexican eagles over the area, the county seat was settled 
during the middle of the 19th century and has a unique history as a 
gateway to Texas from Mexico; and
	WHEREAS, A favorite of tourists from across the state, 
Eagle Pass and Maverick County are home to several historically 
significant sites, including Fort Duncan Park and San Juan Plaza; 
outdoor recreational activities abound at Maverick County Lake, 
and nearby Piedras Negras offers residents and tourists alike the 
opportunity to experience the charm of Mexico firsthand; and
	WHEREAS, As a center for industry, commerce, tourism, and 
recreation, Maverick County and Eagle Pass occupy an enviable 
position in South Texas; both city and county governments are 
committed to the expansion and development of the region's many 
resources, including local infrastructure improvements, 
construction of an international trade and convention center, 
and preservation of historic sites; and
	WHEREAS, Led by Maverick County Judge Jose A. Aranda, Jr., 
and Eagle Pass Mayor Chad Foster, members of the community 
visiting on this day have much to be proud of as they continue to 
work toward a bright and prosperous future for the area; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, hereby recognize April 20, 2005, as Eagle Pass 
and Maverick County Day at the State Capitol and extend to the 
group here today a warm welcome to Austin.
                                                                           Madla




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on April 20, 2005.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate