87R6404 CW-D
 
  By: Murr H.C.R. No. 23
 
 
 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
         WHEREAS, In recent years, the Hill Country community of Llano
  has become known throughout Texas as a thriving center for the sport
  of barrel racing; and
         WHEREAS, The John L. Kuykendall Event Center and Arena
  attracts a multitude of competitors and fans to the city, and the
  Llano Chamber of Commerce estimates that the economic impact from
  barrel racing exceeds $1 million annually; and
         WHEREAS, From 2016 to 2020, the number of barrel races held at
  the JLK Arena grew by 200 percent, with total annual race days
  increasing from 50 to 120; approximately 150 events are slated to
  take place in 2021, and the venue is also used for practice sessions
  for several days each week; and
         WHEREAS, Renowned as one of the safest barrel racing
  facilities in Texas, the JLK Arena has been honored with a Justin
  Boots Best Footing Award from the Women's Professional Rodeo
  Association in recognition of the exceptional ground conditions at
  its races; over the past five years, there have been only two
  recorded incidents in which horses slipped and lost their footing
  in competition, a remarkable record for a rodeo venue; and
         WHEREAS, Barrel racing is a source of pride and prosperity
  for the residents of Llano, and the city's efforts to showcase the
  sport are furthering the rich rodeo heritage of the Lone Star State;
  now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the 87th Legislature of the State of Texas
  hereby designate Llano as the official Barrel Racing Capital of
  Texas; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That, in accordance with the provisions of Section
  391.003(e), Government Code, this designation remain in effect
  until the 10th anniversary of the date this resolution is finally
  passed by the legislature.