SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 61

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join the citizens of Brownsville and Texans across the state in celebrating January 28, 2015, as Brownsville Day at the State Capitol; and

WHEREAS, Brownsville is the largest city in the lower Rio Grande Valley and is the seat of Cameron County; the southernmost city in the state, Brownsville was chartered in 1848 and was named in honor of Major Jacob Brown, who died in action in the lead-in to the Mexican War; and

WHEREAS, Brownsville is a center for both the cultural heritage of the United States and that of Mexico; each year, centuries of history and tradition are celebrated at a wide array of festivals and events; the celebrations bring the two cultures together in a spirit of cooperation and mutual respect; and

WHEREAS, Members of the Brownsville community developed the Imagine Brownsville Comprehensive Plan in order to implement a bold vision for the future that builds on the strengths of the people and the region's unique economic assets; it is truly fitting that a day be set aside to celebrate this vibrant community's many amenities; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby commend the citizens of Brownsville on their valuable contributions to the growth and prosperity of our state and extend to them best wishes for a memorable Brownsville Day at the State Capitol; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the Brownsville delegation as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Lucio

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 28, 2015.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate