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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 48
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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to |
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welcome the Denton County delegation to Austin for a festive |
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celebration of Denton County Days at the State Capitol on |
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February 9 and 10, 2009; and |
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WHEREAS, In partnership with Collin and Grayson Counties, |
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Denton County is participating in the first Tri-County Event at |
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the State Capitol, which is being held to demonstrate regional |
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cooperation in the North Texas area; and |
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WHEREAS, Denton County was created in 1846 from the |
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original Peters Colony Grant in Fannin County, and the new county |
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was named for John B. Denton, a pioneer lawyer and Methodist |
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minister; and |
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WHEREAS, Denton County is located in North Texas and serves |
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as the gateway to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, and the City |
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of Denton serves as the county seat; with its massive limestone |
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blocks and soaring clock tower, the majestic Denton County |
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Courthouse is one of the most impressive sights in the area; and |
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WHEREAS, Denton County has a thriving business culture |
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that contributes to the area's progressive development and |
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vibrant economy; and |
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WHEREAS, Denton County offers residents and visitors many |
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cultural and recreational activities; outdoors enthusiasts enjoy |
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the area's many lakes; music lovers can attend a wealth of live |
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performances, and racing fans are drawn from miles around to the |
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Texas Motor Speedway; and |
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WHEREAS, Renowned for its many excellent educational |
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opportunities, Denton County is home to 11 public school |
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districts; in addition, the University of North Texas, Texas |
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Woman's University, and North Central Texas College offer |
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students outstanding options for continuing their education; and |
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WHEREAS, The residents of Denton County are rightfully |
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proud of their illustrious history and their many contributions |
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to the rich legacy of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st |
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Legislature, hereby recognize February 9 and 10, 2009, as Denton |
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County Days at the State Capitol and extend best wishes to the |
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county's delegation for a memorable celebration; and, be it |
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further |
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RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared as a |
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memento of these special days. |
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Nelson, Estes, Harris |
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President of the Senate |
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I hereby certify that the |
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above Resolution was adopted by |
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the Senate on February 10, 2009. |
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Secretary of the Senate |
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Member, Texas Senate |
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Member, Texas Senate |
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Member, Texas Senate |