81R5569 JGH-D
By: King of Zavala H.R. No. 179
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Community leaders of Eagle Pass and Maverick County
are gathering at the State Capitol on January 29, 2009, to celebrate
the historical and economic importance of their region and to
discuss with members of the legislature issues of great
significance to area citizens; and
WHEREAS, Named for cattleman and state legislator Samuel
Maverick, the county was established in 1856, and the city of Eagle
Pass was incorporated in 1910; and
WHEREAS, The citizens of Maverick County and Eagle Pass have
demonstrated a commitment to working together to create jobs,
motivate youth, and continuously improve the quality of life in the
area through such initiatives as the construction of a sports and
arts complex and a civic/international trade center; moreover, a
jail facility has been constructed to further enhance public
safety; and
WHEREAS, County and civic leaders are also dedicated to
ensuring the effective collaboration of the public and private
sectors and to administering an economic development plan to
attract and retain quality businesses, industries, trade, and
housing that are accessible to all residents; and
WHEREAS, With three international bridges, including one
rail bridge, Eagle Pass and Maverick County have become an
important port of entry to the bustling state of Coahuila, Mexico,
and the route of choice for many American tourists crossing the
border, and the area offers a variety of entertainment and
recreational opportunities to visitors; and
WHEREAS, The citizens of Eagle Pass and Maverick County may
take justifiable pride in the region's rich history, and the
members of the house are pleased to acknowledge and applaud the
ongoing commitment and collaboration of the area's civic leaders,
corporate citizens, and residents; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby recognize January 29, 2009, as Eagle
Pass-Maverick County Day and extend to the visiting delegation best
wishes for a productive and memorable trip to the State Capitol.