89R23481 BK-D
By: Tepper H.C.R. No. 135
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Situated in Lubbock County on the High Plains of
Texas, the city of Slaton boasts a proud history of community
engagement and cultural celebration dating back to its founding,
and in recent years, that tradition has been reflected in the city's
popular Banana Pudding Festival; and
WHEREAS, The Slaton Bakery, an iconic West Texas business
that has been in operation for more than 100 years, originated the
idea for the Banana Pudding Festival; the get-together was first
staged in 2023, and it has quickly become a signature event for the
city; each year, the bakery oversees the festival with the support
of various local organizations and businesses, including the Slaton
Chamber of Commerce, the Slaton Lions Club, the Slaton Harvey
House, and many more; and
WHEREAS, Held on Labor Day weekend, the Banana Pudding
Festival brings together residents and visitors alike to celebrate
this classic Southern treat; attendees have the opportunity to
sample a variety of pudding recipes while also enjoying live
entertainment, arts and crafts, and the warm, neighborly atmosphere
that is a hallmark of the city; and
WHEREAS, The success of the Banana Pudding Festival has
helped elevate Slaton's reputation as a cultural hub and a
destination for dessert lovers, and the gathering draws enthusiasts
from across Texas and beyond; and
WHEREAS, The Banana Pudding Festival serves as a cheerful
salute to Slaton's deep culinary roots, its thriving community
spirit, and the longstanding legacy of the Slaton Bakery, and it is
fitting that this beloved event be appropriately recognized; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby designate Slaton as the official Banana Pudding Capital of
Texas; 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.