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HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, The City of Denton is recognized as the Halloween |
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Capital of Texas for its renowned efforts to transform historic |
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downtown Denton into an immersive Halloween experience during the |
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Thirty-One Days of Denton Halloween, celebrating the season with |
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much-anticipated spooky events and activities at over fifteen |
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different themed locations around the city; and |
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WHEREAS, The City of Denton turns into the premier |
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destination for Halloween enthusiasts across the state, turning |
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into a seasonal experience that brings together people of all ages. |
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As over 660,000 people were drawn to visit their historic downtown; |
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and |
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WHEREAS, The Thirty-One Days of Denton Halloween evokes a |
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sense of nostalgia, reminding people of cherished traditions such |
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as pumpkin carving, Halloween movie nights, a pumpkin drop |
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Blocktober party, and interactive storytelling that have long been |
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a part of the holiday's rich history; and |
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WHEREAS, By joining together for Thirty-One Days of Denton |
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Halloween, the residents of the City of Denton and surrounding |
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communities have created a popular Halloween tradition that is |
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beloved by young and old alike, and this delightful month-long |
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event serves as an opportunity to showcase the city and uncover |
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their talented artists, seasonal treats offerings, unique sights, |
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and playful spirit of the season further enhancing the festive |
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atmosphere ,therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas |
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hereby designate City of Denton as the official Halloween Capital |
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of 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. |