SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 732
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
join the citizens of the Rio Grande Valley and Texans across the
state in recognizing the 75th anniversary of the Charro Days
Fiesta; and
WHEREAS, This much-anticipated annual event was founded
during the Great Depression as a means to lift community spirits
during those difficult times, to celebrate the rich
multicultural heritage enjoyed by the citizens of Brownsville,
and to unite the people of the United States and Mexico; and
WHEREAS, Since its beginning, the Charro Days Fiesta has
featured residents and visitors dressed in the traditional
costumes of Mexico, particularly those of the Mexican cowboys
known as charros, who were heroes of the borderlands; and
WHEREAS, The fiesta offers such attractions as elegant
costume balls, popular street parties, and fireworks, all
launched with the traditional joyful shout known as the grito;
over the years, the festival has expanded to include the Sombrero
Festival and the naming of Mr. Amigo; in addition to preserving
the past, the goals of the event include introducing new
generations to the area's traditions, and schoolchildren play an
important role each year with their own special Children's
Parade; and
WHEREAS, Brownsville's sister city of Matamoros has always
been a key participant in the festivities with its Fiestas
Mexicanas; the mayors of the two cities meet each year at the
Hands Across the Bridge ceremony to officially kick off this
lively celebration; and
WHEREAS, The Charro Days Fiesta has for 75 years been a
vital part of the cultural life of the Rio Grande Valley, and it
is truly deserving of recognition as a long-standing showcase of
the area's rich heritage and traditions; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, hereby commend the organizers and sponsors of the
Charro Days Fiesta on their commitment to celebrating the
region's history and culture and extend to them and to all
participants congratulations on the 75th anniversary of this
memorable celebration; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared to
commemorate this special occasion.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 22, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate