H.R. No. 558
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Citizens of Jefferson and Orange Counties are
gathering in Austin on February 28 through March 1, 2011, to
celebrate Golden Triangle Days at the State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Hundreds of visitors from throughout this
energy-rich and culturally unique part of Southeast Texas have come
to Austin to express appreciation to elected officials and
representatives of state agencies and to inform lawmakers of
opportunities to further strengthen these communities; and
WHEREAS, Jefferson and Orange County residents have gathered
for this and other special events to work together for the good of
their region and of the State of Texas; to that end, the chambers of
commerce from Beaumont, Bridge City, Groves, Nederland, Orange,
Port Arthur, Port Neches, and Vidor have adopted unified positions
on relevant business issues; and
WHEREAS, In addition to their respective cities, these
chambers of commerce work closely with the counties of Jefferson
and Orange, other taxing entities, business organizations, and the
community at large to create a thriving business climate for the
entire Golden Triangle, with its great diversity and varying
socioeconomic levels; and
WHEREAS, Jefferson and Orange Counties continue to recover
from Hurricanes Rita and Ike and to make great strides toward
industrial expansion devoted to supplying the energy needs of the
state and nation; and
WHEREAS, This proud region's distinctive contributions to
the history and culture of Texas are highlighted by numerous
tourist attractions and matched only by its contributions to the
economy; known as America's Energy Gateway, the area is home to the
deepwater ports in Beaumont, Orange, Port Arthur, and Sabine Pass;
it is also home to such fine educational institutions as Lamar
University, Lamar State College--Orange, Lamar State College--Port
Arthur, and the Lamar Institute of Technology, as well as many other
assets that significantly affect the growth and economic health of
the state; and
WHEREAS, The forward-looking people of the Golden Triangle
are building a vibrant future, and these public-spirited citizens
indeed merit special commendation for their diligence and
achievements; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby recognize February 28 through March 1, 2011, as
Golden Triangle Days at the State Capitol and extend to the
participants sincere best wishes for a memorable and meaningful
stay in Austin.
Hamilton
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 558 was adopted by the House on
February 28, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House