SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 527

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join the citizens of Crockett County in celebrating March 21, 2007, as Crockett County Day at the State Capitol; and

WHEREAS, Named for the celebrated hero of the Alamo, David Crockett, the county was organized in 1891; the town of Ozona serves as the county seat and is the county's only town; and

WHEREAS, Ranching, oil, hunting, and tourism drive Crockett County's economy, and the county is among the nation's leaders in wool and mohair production; and

WHEREAS, Crockett County is home to Fort Lancaster, which was used to protect settlers' and troops' movements between San Antonio and El Paso and is now a state historic site; the Crockett County Museum offers a fascinating look into the history of West Texas through its displays on Native American artifacts and pioneer memorabilia; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby proclaim March 21, 2007, Crockett County Day at the State Capitol and extend best wishes to the county's delegation for a memorable visit to Austin; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the citizens of Crockett County as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Uresti

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 21, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate