SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 247
WHEREAS, Proud citizens of Victoria County are gathering
in Austin on February 26, 2019, to celebrate Victoria County Day
at the State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Victoria County is located in southeastern Texas
on the Gulf Coastal Plains; the area was first colonized by
Martin de León in 1824, with the establishment of a settlement in
a Mexican colony named for Mexico's first elected president, Don
Guadalupe Victoria; Victoria County was one of the original 23
counties established by the First Congress of the Republic of
Texas on March 17, 1836; and
WHEREAS, Due to its abundant natural grasslands and
subtropical climate that allow for year-round grazing, the
county became a leader in the development of the Texas cattle
industry; as knowledge about cultivating prairie soils
increased, commercial farming of diverse crops developed in the
area in the late 1890s, and the production of corn and cotton grew
in importance; and
WHEREAS, Situated in the heart of the Golden Crescent
region, the city of Victoria is the county's largest community
and serves as the county seat; since its humble beginnings in the
early 1800s, it has become the cultural, historic, and economic
hub for people throughout the region; and
WHEREAS, The citizens of Victoria County have faced
numerous challenges over the years, and they deserve praise for
their resiliency; their strength was particularly evident in the
wake of 2017's Hurricane Harvey when residents courageously
supported one another and committed to repairing the county's
many damaged structures; and
WHEREAS, Celebrating their rich and colorful history as
they work together to build a bright future, the citizens of
Victoria County may take justifiable pride in the important role
they continue to play in the story of the Lone Star State; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby recognize February 26, 2019, as Victoria
County Day at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting
delegation sincere best wishes for an informative and enjoyable
stay in Austin.
Kolkhorst
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 25, 2019.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate