SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 564

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Hutto in celebrating May 1, 2019, as Hutto Day at the State Capitol; and

WHEREAS, Nestled in the rich black lands of southeastern Williamson County, Hutto was one of the first villages in the area and was settled in 1855 by Swedish migrant J. E. Hutto and freed slave Adam Orgain; the city was incorporated by the State of Texas in 1911; and

WHEREAS, Cotton played a major role in the city's history, and while the economy has continued to benefit from proud agricultural traditions, it has thrived with a dynamic workforce and an increasing number of high-tech and manufacturing industries; civic leaders have focused on conscientious development projects that have brought in many new retail establishments and contributed to citywide beautification; and

WHEREAS, Residents of Hutto benefit from a growing parks system, flourishing public school and higher education systems, and an award-winning emergency services district; in 2017, Hutto Fire and Rescue was named the Texas EMS First Responder of the Year; and

WHEREAS, Hutto is a vibrant and welcoming community and an attractive place for residents and visitors alike; citizens can be justifiably proud of their rich history while looking forward to a future of continued growth and prosperity; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th Legislature, hereby welcome the visiting delegation from Hutto and extend to them best wishes for a rewarding Hutto Day at the State Capitol; and, be it further

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

Schwertner

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 10, 2019.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate