82R6590 JGH-D
By: King of Parker H.R. No. 375
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Many proud residents of Parker County are traveling
to Austin on March 22, 2011, in celebration of Parker County Day at
the State Capitol, and their visit provides a fitting opportunity
to reflect on the history and contributions of their fine
community; and
WHEREAS, Established in 1855 from Bosque and Navarro
Counties, Parker County is named for Isaac Parker, who brought 224
settlers to the region in that same year; and
WHEREAS, The county's population and economy continued to
expand during most of the late 19th century, spurred by the
construction of three railroads in the area; over the decades,
Parker County has undergone many changes and today benefits from a
diverse market centered around commercial and agribusiness, with
local farms and ranches raising beef cattle, dairy cows, and horses
and growing pecans and peaches; and
WHEREAS, Located at the western edge of the Dallas-Fort Worth
Metroplex, Parker County has experienced tremendous growth in
recent years, as it offers an attractive rural setting among gently
rolling plains, combined with close proximity to urban amenities;
and
WHEREAS, Weatherford serves as the county seat and is the
home to such notable attractions as the Doss Heritage and Culture
Center, the Museum of the Americas, Chandor Gardens, and the Parker
County Courthouse, which was recently restored to its original
splendor; other towns in the county include Aledo, Annetta, Cool,
Springtown, Willow Park, and portions of Azle and Mineral Wells;
and
WHEREAS, Area residents uphold the county's heritage with the
annual Frontier Days each June and also enjoy the Parker County
Peach Festival in July; and
WHEREAS, Residents of Parker County take great pride in the
rich history of their county and, thanks to the efforts of their
forward-thinking citizenry, they can look ahead to a bright and
promising future as well; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby recognize March 22, 2011, as Parker County Day
at the State Capitol and extend sincere best wishes to all involved
for an enjoyable stay in Austin.