SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 213
WHEREAS, Proud residents of Pearland are gathering in
Austin on February 22, 2023, to celebrate Pearland Day at the
State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Spanning Brazoria, Fort Bend, and Harris
Counties, Pearland was originally established as Mark Belt in
1893; the town's name was changed the following year to reflect
the large number of pear trees in the area; by 1898, Pearland had
a newspaper, 12 businesses, and 75 residents; however, because
many of the pear trees were destroyed by the 1900 and 1915
Galveston hurricanes, population growth slowed for a
considerable time; the planting of oranges and figs helped revive
local agriculture until the freeze of 1918 caused another wave of
damage; Pearland again recovered when oil and gas were discovered
in the area in 1934, which led to the development of the Hastings
Oilfield; and
WHEREAS, While enjoying the benefits of its proximity to
Houston and sites such as the Johnson Space Center, Kemah
Boardwalk, and the Galveston beaches, Pearland maintains its
unique character; in 1999, it was named an All-America City by
the National Civic League, and its notable attractions include
the more than 100-year-old Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railway
depot, the Pearland Town Center, and an emerging biotech and
manufacturing area known as the Kirby District; and
WHEREAS, Pearland is fortunate to have a local chamber of
commerce that works diligently to further the city's
development and to keep the citizenry informed on matters that
affect the region; the city also boasts a highly rated school
system that is committed to helping with workforce
development; the University of Houston-Clear Lake Pearland
Campus is meeting the need for post-secondary education
options in the area with the addition of a health science
building, and the city benefits from an ongoing partnership
between the university and Alvin Community College; and
WHEREAS, Since the 1970s, Pearland has experienced
explosive growth and substantial development; from its humble
beginnings, Pearland has become one of the fastest-growing
communities in the country; the residents of Pearland can take
great civic pride in their community as they continue to
celebrate its neighborly spirit and cherished traditions for
generations to come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby recognize February 22, 2023, as Pearland Day
at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting delegation
sincere best wishes for a meaningful and memorable stay in
Austin; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the delegation as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Middleton
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 22, 2023.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate