SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 292

WHEREAS, Residents of Crockett County are gathering in Austin on February 28, 2019, to celebrate Crockett County Day at the State Capitol; and

WHEREAS, Crockett County covers more than 2,800 square miles of majestic and varied canyons, mesas, and savannas and is home to a diverse economy of ranching and oil and gas production; formed in 1875, the county was named after the legendary Davy Crockett and is geographically the eighth largest county in the state; and

WHEREAS, Self-styled as the "Biggest Little Town in the World," Ozona is the only town in Crockett County and is named for the high quality of its open air; its attractions include the Crockett County Museum, where visitors are treated to a wealth of stories about the county's vibrant past and can view artifacts from area residents dating as far back as 10,000 B.C.; the town also hosts a junior rodeo, and the square is home to such works as the Tie That Binds sculpture, in memory of pioneer families, and the Davy Crockett Monument; and

WHEREAS, Celebrating their rich and colorful history as they work together to build a bright future, the citizens of Crockett County may take justifiable pride in the important role their unique region continues to play in the story of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th Legislature, hereby recognize February 28, 2019, as Crockett County Day at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting delegation sincere best wishes for a meaningful and memorable stay in Austin.

Flores

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 1, 2019.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate