H.R. No. 2697 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The Winter Wonderland Festival takes place each year in Rio Grande City; and WHEREAS, This annual winter extravaganza is a joyful community tradition that features such events as a carnival, a parade, an ice-skating rink, and a barbeque cook-off; and WHEREAS, An International Barbeque Cookers Association sanctioned state championship event, the Winter Wonderland Festival BBQ Cook-Off features highly skilled pit masters putting their talents to the test as they vie to produce the tastiest entries in several different categories, along with great food and spirited competition; and WHEREAS, A fun-filled event for individuals of all ages, the Winter Wonderland Festival is a popular celebration that is all the more special for helping to brighten the holiday season for the people in the local area; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby recognize the Winter Wonderland Festival in Rio Grande City and extend sincere best wishes to the event's organizers and participants for an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Guillen ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2697 was adopted by the House on May 29, 2017, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House