SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 292
WHEREAS, Residents of Crockett County are gathering in
Austin on February 28, 2019, to celebrate Crockett County Day at
the State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Crockett County covers more than 2,800 square
miles of majestic and varied canyons, mesas, and savannas and is
home to a diverse economy of ranching and oil and gas production;
formed in 1875, the county was named after the legendary Davy
Crockett and is geographically the eighth largest county in the
state; and
WHEREAS, Self-styled as the "Biggest Little Town in the
World," Ozona is the only town in Crockett County and is named for
the high quality of its open air; its attractions include the
Crockett County Museum, where visitors are treated to a wealth of
stories about the county's vibrant past and can view artifacts
from area residents dating as far back as 10,000 B.C.; the town
also hosts a junior rodeo, and the square is home to such works as
the Tie That Binds sculpture, in memory of pioneer families, and
the Davy Crockett Monument; and
WHEREAS, Celebrating their rich and colorful history as
they work together to build a bright future, the citizens of
Crockett County may take justifiable pride in the important role
their unique region continues 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 28, 2019, as Crockett
County Day at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting
delegation sincere best wishes for a meaningful and memorable
stay in Austin.
Flores
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 1, 2019.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate