SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 890
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Six Flags Over Texas on the occasion of its 50th
anniversary, which is being celebrated this year; and
WHEREAS, Six Flags Over Texas opened on August 5, 1961, to
a crowd that exceeded attendance expectations; it was founded by
Angus G. Wynne, of the Great Southwest Corporation; and
WHEREAS, Six Flags Over Texas was named for the six
governments that have ruled the state: Spain, France, Mexico,
the Republic of Texas, the Confederate States of America, and the
United States of America; and
WHEREAS, Since its opening, the amusement park has been so
successful that the number of guests has been tallied at 100
million; the park is a model for the entire park industry and has
been called the Entertainment Capital of Texas; it has a
collection of 13 roller coasters, more than any other theme park
in the South; and
WHEREAS, Six Flags Over Texas is one of the top five
employers in Arlington; it annually employs 3,500 part-time and
seasonal employees, and it contributes significantly to the
economy of the region; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby extend congratulations and best wishes to
all who are associated with Six Flags Over Texas on the park's
50th anniversary; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of Six Flags Over Texas.
Harris
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 2, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate