SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 138
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
join the citizens of Jacksonville and members of the Leadership
Jacksonville Institute and Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce in
celebrating February 28, 2017, as Leadership Jacksonville Day at
the State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, The City of Jacksonville was founded in 1847 along
the banks of Gum Creek, and in 1872, the city moved to its current
location to be closer to the railroad; in its early years, the
city was a center of peach production, and later, its residents
shifted their focus to tomato production; today, the city is
still known as the "Tomato Capital of the World"; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, Jacksonville has grown to become
the largest city in Cherokee County; it boasts an economy that is
based on such diverse industries as basket-making, plastic
manufacturing, and health care, and it serves as a center for
major retail shipping outlets; and
WHEREAS, Jacksonville takes pride in its many outdoor
attractions; Lake Jacksonville is noted for its beauty, and Love's
Lookout Scenic Park is a destination that offers expansive and
breathtaking views and has recently been revitalized with the
addition of a 5,500-square-foot facility and new picnic areas; and
WHEREAS, The city is known for a variety of annual
community events, such as the Jacksonville Tomato Festival, the
five-day Mud Nationals, and the Spooktacular Ball Bash; in
addition, Tasting Jacksonville is a community favorite that
brings together the talents of local restaurant chefs, caterers,
and Jacksonville High School culinary students; and
WHEREAS, Jacksonville is a gem among East Texas cities; its
beautiful green spaces, outstanding education system, and robust
economy make Jacksonville a wonderful place to live and work;
residents can be justifiably proud of their success in preserving
the area's stunning landscapes and in promoting a quality of life
that will help the city thrive long into the future; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby welcome the visiting delegation from
Jacksonville and recognize February 28, 2017, as Leadership
Jacksonville Day at the State Capitol; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of this special day.
Nichols
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 6, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate