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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, Proud residents of Kerrville are gathering together |
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on October 26, 2023, to celebrate their city's designation as the |
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50th Music Friendly Texas Community by the Texas Music Office; and |
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WHEREAS, Since 2016, the Texas Music Office has recognized |
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cities and towns across the state that demonstrate a commitment to |
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attracting musical talent and developing their local music |
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industries; the Music Friendly Texas program debuted as the first |
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initiative of its kind in the nation, and it has since been emulated |
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by other states; and |
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WHEREAS, Kerrville boasts a rich musical heritage, and city |
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officials have endeavored to honor its musical roots while |
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investing in and supporting local artists; each year, the city |
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hosts the renowned Kerrville Folk Festival, which has been a |
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beloved destination for musicians, songwriters, and music fans for |
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the past 52 years; and |
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WHEREAS, By qualifying for the list of Music Friendly Texas |
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Communities, Kerrville is helping to advance our state's proud |
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musical tradition, and it is a pleasure to join in recognizing the |
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city for earning this well-deserved designation; now, therefore, be |
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it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature, 3rd |
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Called Session, hereby congratulate Kerrville on being named the |
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50th Music Friendly Texas Community by the Texas Music Office and |
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commend all those involved in securing this honor for their |
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efforts; and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be |
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prepared for the City of Kerrville as an expression of high regard |
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by the Texas Senate. |