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CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, The city of Rockport boasts an abundance of natural |
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beauty, including pristine coastal waters that are home to a rich |
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diversity of marine life; and |
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WHEREAS, The redfish, also known as the red drum, is a prized |
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species that thrives in the waters surrounding Rockport, attracting |
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anglers from across the state and beyond; and |
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WHEREAS, Renowned for its size and its willingness to take |
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most kinds of bait, the redfish is a rewarding quarry that can be |
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pursued through a variety of means, including surf and pier |
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fishing, wade angling, and saltwater fly fishing; and |
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WHEREAS, Rockport's unique coastal environment provides |
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ideal conditions for redfish, contributing to the city's reputation |
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as one of Texas' premier locations for fishing enthusiasts; and |
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WHEREAS, The area's flourishing redfish population has not |
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only bolstered local tourism and recreation but has contributed |
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significantly to conservation and sustainability efforts in the |
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region; and |
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WHEREAS, The city of Rockport and its residents have |
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demonstrated a strong commitment to preserving and promoting the |
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natural resources that help make the area a fishing haven, ensuring |
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that future generations can continue to enjoy this treasured |
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activity; and |
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WHEREAS, Rockport's enduring popularity as a fishing |
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destination is a testament to the city's rich heritage, vibrant |
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community, and enduring connection to the coastal waters that |
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define its character; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas |
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hereby designate Rockport as the official Redfish Capital of Texas; |
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and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That, in accordance with the provisions of |
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Section 391.003(e), Government Code, this designation remain in |
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effect until the 10th anniversary of the date this resolution is |
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finally passed by the legislature. |