85R10337 KSM-D
By: King of Parker H.R. No. 391
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Proud citizens of Weatherford are gathering in
Austin on February 27, 2017, to celebrate Weatherford Day at the
State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Situated on the crest between the Trinity and Brazos
Valleys, this frontier settlement was named for Jefferson
Weatherford, a Texas senator who coauthored the bill to establish
Parker County; Weatherford was incorporated in 1858, and as the
county seat, it experienced significant growth in the last two
decades of the 19th century, spurred by the construction of three
railroads, which made it a prime retail and shipping point for area
ranchers and farmers; and
WHEREAS, Today a city of approximately 30,000, Weatherford
enjoys its proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex while
retaining its small-town, family-oriented charm; the population
benefits from access to outstanding medical care at Weatherford
Regional Medical Center and educational opportunities provided by
Weatherford College, which was established in 1869 and is the
oldest community college in the Southwest; and
WHEREAS, Weatherford offers numerous attractions for
residents and visitors alike, including Clark Gardens Botanical
Park, the Doss Heritage & Culture Center, and the Museum of the
Americas, and outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the Town Creek Hike and
Bike Trail and water sports on Lake Weatherford; moreover, the
downtown historic district is host to numerous unique stores, and
it is the site of the old-time Farmers Market, as well as First
Monday Trade Days, one of the oldest open-air markets in Texas, with
a history spanning more than 155 years; and
WHEREAS, The people of Weatherford further celebrate their
rich heritage with the annual Parker County Peach Festival, the
city's largest one-day event; named the Peach Capital of Texas,
Weatherford draws more than 35,000 attendees to take part in the
festival; additionally, because of its proximity to the
headquarters of the National Cutting Horse Association and its
major events, the city has gained recognition as the Cutting Horse
Capital of the World; and
WHEREAS, Honoring their vibrant past as they embrace the
opportunities of the future, the citizens of Weatherford are
justifiably proud of their community, and it is indeed fitting to
honor them and their contributions to the story of the Lone Star
State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize February 27, 2017, as Weatherford Day
at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting delegation sincere
best wishes for a meaningful and memorable stay in Austin.