88R25937 CW-D
By: LaMantia S.R. No. 464
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Proud residents of Alamo are gathering in Austin on
April 26, 2023, to celebrate the City of Alamo Day at the State
Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Situated in the Rio Grande Valley, the city of Alamo
is located in Hidalgo County and is known as "The Refuge to the
Valley"; the area's first settlers were primarily farmers and
ranchers who were attracted to the region by its fertile land and
abundant water supply; after the arrival of the railroad in the
early 1900s, the area experienced significant growth and
development; in the years that followed, Alamo became an important
agricultural center in the Rio Grande Valley, and crops such as
cotton, citrus, and sorghum were major contributors to the local
economy; the city was officially incorporated on May 12, 1924, and
it was named after the Indian-Spanish term for the cottonwood tree;
and
WHEREAS, Today, Alamo is a thriving city of nearly 19,500
citizens that boasts a strong agricultural industry, and it
continues to grow in commerce, ecotourism, and the arts; residents
and visitors alike benefit from its close proximity to a number of
popular tourist attractions, including South Padre Island and the
Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, and outdoor enthusiasts are
drawn to the area for activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and
camping; furthermore, the city has remained true to its cultural
heritage and celebrates its history and traditions with such events
as the annual Alamo Watermelon Festival, which is a
state-sanctioned BBQ cook-off that honors the community's
agricultural roots; and
WHEREAS, Acknowledging their rich history as they work to
build an even brighter future, the citizens of Alamo are
justifiably proud of their community, and it is indeed fitting to
honor their contributions to the story of the Lone Star State; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature
hereby recognize April 26, 2023, as the City of Alamo Day at the
State Capitol and extend to the visiting delegation sincere best
wishes for a meaningful and memorable stay in Austin.