SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 644
WHEREAS, Fiesta San Antonio is a celebration held every
April in which some 3.5 million visitors enjoy more than 100
events; it is the biggest festival held in the City of San Antonio
and one of the largest events in Texas, with an economic impact of
more than $254 million; and
WHEREAS, Fiesta San Antonio, which takes place this year
April 18 through 28, commemorates the Battles of the Alamo and
San Jacinto and thus the birth of the State of Texas; the festival
celebrates the rich cultural and multiethnic heritage of the
Alamo City, and the 100 local nonprofit organizations that stage
Fiesta events include churches, schools, arts groups, health
organizations, athletic associations, and many others; local
military units also put on their own Fiesta events and give their
support to other productions; and
WHEREAS, The noteworthy events organized for Fiesta San
Antonio include the Battle of Flowers Parade, the "grandmother"
of Fiesta events; the Fiesta Flambeau Parade, the world's largest
illuminated night parade; the Texas Cavaliers River Parade,
where the floats really float; and A Night in Old San Antonio, a
celebration of San Antonio's heritage with food and live music;
the civilian nonprofit organizations that participate in Fiesta
give back to their community throughout the year, and the
military organizations defend our nation around the clock; and
WHEREAS, The success of Fiesta depends on the efforts of
more than 75,000 volunteers who donate their time and talents;
special recognition is deserved by the officers and staff of the
Fiesta San Antonio Commission, including President Marilyn
Eldridge, President-elect Jack Hebdon, Senior Vice President
Fernando Reyes, Vice President Vonzetta Hickman, Vice President
Marcie Ince, Treasurer Erwin De Luna, Secretary William
Mitchell, President Appointee Rhonda Calvert, and Chief
Executive Officer John Melleky; and
WHEREAS, Fiesta San Antonio brings together city residents
of all ages and backgrounds and visitors from around the state,
nation, and world for more than a week of celebration,
commemoration, education, and excitement; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
83rd Legislature, hereby honor Fiesta San Antonio and commend the
many outstanding groups and individuals who make Fiesta the biggest
and most memorable festival in the state; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of Fiesta San Antonio.
Van de Putte
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 15, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate