By: Hughes S.C.R. No. 36
SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The one-of-a-kind sweets shops found in downtown
Mineola have made the city a popular destination for residents and
visitors alike; and
WHEREAS, Mineola's downtown has grown into a popular shopping
and dining area that epitomizes the town's abundant charm; home to
unique stores, famous restaurants, and historic buildings, it is
also renowned for the tasty treats made in house by several local
merchants; and
WHEREAS, The community's world-class sweets shops include
Grandma Cleda's Gourmet Candy & Gifts, the Mineola Fudge Shop at
Between Friends, Bryan's Cheesecakes, FarmHouse Fried Pies, and
Sugarbakers of Mineola; between them, these establishments offer a
range of pies, cakes, cookies, fudge, lemon bars, ice cream,
milkshakes, malts, and peanut and pecan brittles; in addition to
gaining a faithful following in the local area, Mineola's sweets
shops have been featured on television, in magazines, and in online
media, and some of the businesses ship their products nationwide;
and
WHEREAS, Mineola has long been renowned for special
celebrations and was designated as the City of Festivals by the 72nd
Texas Legislature in 1991; while such events as the May Fiesta and
the Iron Horse Heritage Festival remain beloved annual traditions,
the city's stature as an epicenter for sweets stores has become an
increasingly prominent draw in recent years; and
WHEREAS, The unique and delectable sweets sold in downtown
Mineola have made the city a favorite among dessert lovers, and the
town's bountiful selection of sugary delights plays an important
role in the culture and sense of community shared by its citizens;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 88th Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby designate Mineola as the official Sweets Capital of Texas,
replacing the city's previous designation as the City of Festivals;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That, in accordance with the provisions of Section
391.003(e), Government Code, this designation remain in effect
until the 10th anniversary of the date this resolution is finally
passed by the legislature.