88R14723 BK-D
 
  By: Hughes S.C.R. No. 36
 
 
 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
         WHEREAS, The one-of-a-kind sweets shops found in downtown
  Mineola have made the city a popular destination for residents and
  visitors alike; and
         WHEREAS, Mineola's downtown has grown into a popular shopping
  and dining area that epitomizes the town's abundant charm; home to
  unique stores, famous restaurants, and historic buildings, it is
  also renowned for the tasty treats made in house by several local
  merchants; and
         WHEREAS, The community's world-class sweets shops include
  Grandma Cleda's Gourmet Candy & Gifts, the Mineola Fudge Shop at
  Between Friends, Bryan's Cheesecakes, FarmHouse Fried Pies, and
  Sugarbakers of Mineola; between them, these establishments offer a
  range of pies, cakes, cookies, fudge, lemon bars, ice cream,
  milkshakes, malts, and peanut and pecan brittles; in addition to
  gaining a faithful following in the local area, Mineola's sweets
  shops have been featured on television, in magazines, and in online
  media, and some of the businesses ship their products nationwide;
  and
         WHEREAS, Mineola has long been renowned for special
  celebrations and was designated as the City of Festivals by the 72nd
  Texas Legislature in 1991; while such events as the May Fiesta and
  the Iron Horse Heritage Festival remain beloved annual traditions,
  the city's stature as an epicenter for sweets stores has become an
  increasingly prominent draw in recent years; and
         WHEREAS, The unique and delectable sweets sold in downtown
  Mineola have made the city a favorite among dessert lovers, and the
  town's bountiful selection of sugary delights plays an important
  role in the culture and sense of community shared by its citizens;
  now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the 88th Legislature of the State of Texas
  hereby designate Mineola as the official Sweets Capital of Texas,
  replacing the city's previous designation as the City of Festivals;
  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.