SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 286

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join the citizens of Dimmit County and Texans across the state in celebrating March 6, 2013, as Dimmit County Day at the State Capitol; and

WHEREAS, Situated in southwest Texas near the Mexican border, Dimmit County has been the site of human settlement for more than 11,000 years; early settlers were drawn by the numerous springs that flowed in the area; and

WHEREAS, Dimmit County was organized in 1858; it was named for a hero of the Texas Revolution, and Carrizo Springs became the county seat; and

WHEREAS, Dimmit County is known for its location on the Old San Antonio Road, a trail and historical landmark that led many early Texans, including Moses Austin and Stephen F. Austin, through Texas; and

WHEREAS, Dimmit County is home to an abundance of natural resources, including oil and gas, which contribute to the wealth and well-being of all Texans; and

WHEREAS, The citizens of Dimmit County are rightly proud of its distinguished history and the many contributions its people have made to the growth and progress of our state; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby commend the citizens of Dimmit County on their many contributions to our state and extend to them a sincere welcome to Austin as they celebrate Dimmit County Day at the State Capitol; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of this special day.

Uresti

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 5, 2013.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate