SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 405
         WHEREAS, Proud residents of Three Rivers are gathering in
  Austin on April 12, 2023, to celebrate Three Rivers Day at the
  State Capitol; and
         WHEREAS, Located in Live Oak County, Three Rivers can trace
  its origins to 1913, when the San Antonio, Uvalde, and Gulf
  Railroad built a depot on the land belonging to Annie
  T. Hamilton; shortly thereafter, Charles R. Tips organized a
  townsite company and began selling acreage; originally called
  Hamiltonburg, the town was renamed in 1914 to Three Rivers due to
  its close proximity to the confluence of the Atascosa, Frio, and
  Nueces Rivers; the town was officially incorporated in 1926; and
         WHEREAS, Three Rivers experienced a period of industrial
  growth beginning in the early to mid-20th century with the
  discovery of natural gas and large deposits of Quartzone sand
  nearby; the first glass factory in the state was built there in
  1922, but it would eventually close down in 1937; in 1933, the
  Three Rivers Refinery was established, and by 1990, it had
  developed into a major Diamond Shamrock oil refinery, where many
  area residents found employment; and
         WHEREAS, Today, Three Rivers is home to approximately
  2,000 citizens; residents and visitors alike are able to enjoy a
  number of local attractions, including the historic Rialto
  Theatre, the annual Live Oak County Fair, and the Choke Canyon
  Reservoir and State Park, which is noted for its diverse array of
  wildlife; outdoor enthusiasts are drawn to the area for
  activities such as hunting, fishing, camping, and canoeing; in
  addition to tourism, the town's economy is predominantly
  supported by farming, ranching, and oil and gas production; and
         WHEREAS, Celebrating their rich history as they work to
  build an even brighter future, the citizens of Three Rivers are
  justifiably proud of their community, and it is indeed fitting to
  honor their contributions to the story of the Lone Star State;
  now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
  Legislature, hereby recognize April 12, 2023, as Three Rivers
  Day at the State Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the
  visiting delegation.
 
  Zaffirini
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on April 12, 2023.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate