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CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, The State of Texas enjoys a far-reaching reputation |
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for its diverse and distinctive foods and for its many highly |
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regarded restaurants; and |
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WHEREAS, While exceptional eateries can be found throughout |
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the state, certain communities stand apart for offering a |
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concentration of popular and unique restaurants; of these, the city |
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of Roanoke is deserving of particular recognition for being an |
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immensely popular dining destination; and |
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WHEREAS, Roanoke is of modest size, with a population of |
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around 10,800, yet its lineup of notable restaurants attracts |
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patrons from throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex as well as |
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from other parts of the state; this charming city includes more than |
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60 eating establishments that make it a diner's delight; and |
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WHEREAS, Oak Street in downtown Roanoke is a compelling |
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destination for patrons, and the many vintage buildings in this |
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attractive district have earned it a spot on the National Register |
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of Historic Places; moreover, the downtown businesses present a |
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great variety of cuisines and dining experiences, ranging from |
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gourmet food to Mexican specialties; and |
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WHEREAS, Not far away, additional thriving restaurants are |
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found along Highway 377/Front Street, and other areas of Roanoke |
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also uphold the city's tradition of good eating; these include the |
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Byron Nelson Parkway/Business 114 thoroughfare and the |
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intersection of Highways 377 and 114; and |
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WHEREAS, The individuality and outstanding quality of |
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Roanoke's dining spots have earned this historic community the |
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admiration of numerous culinary enthusiasts and have made it a |
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favorite place to visit, and the city's flourishing restaurant |
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scene is a testament to the eclectic and delicious epicurean |
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offerings of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas |
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hereby designate Roanoke as the official Unique Dining Capital of |
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Texas; and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That, in accordance with the provisions of Section |
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391.003(e), Government Code, this designation remain in effect |
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until the 10th anniversary of the date this resolution is finally |
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passed by the legislature. |