SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 357
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
  recognize the City of Florence, which is the location of the
  prehistoric Gault Site; and
 
         WHEREAS, Florence is home to the Gault Archaeological
  Site, which contains artifacts that have been scientifically
  dated to an era from between 16,000 and 20,000 years ago; in
  addition, the 23 archaeological cultures identified at the Gault
  Site indicate a nearly continuous human occupation; and
 
         WHEREAS, The area features ideal conditions for human
  habitation, including abundant water sources, an ecotone capable
  of supporting plentiful food resources, and large amounts of
  Edwards chert for toolmaking and trade; and
 
         WHEREAS, The Gault Site is one of the oldest archaeological
  sites in North America and one of the few that has been associated
  with a community; and
 
         WHEREAS, The people of Florence are justifiably proud of
  the historic nature of the Gault Archaeological Site, and it is
  truly fitting that they receive special recognition for their
  stewardship of this significant setting; now, therefore, be it
 
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
  Legislature, hereby recognize the City of Florence as the
  location of an archaeological treasure dating back to 20,000
  years ago; and, be it further
 
         RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
  the city as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
 
  Schwertner
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on May 4, 2021.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate