89R13171 AMB-D
By: Gerdes H.R. No. 345
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Proud residents of Caldwell County are gathering in
Austin on February 26, 2025, to celebrate Caldwell County Day at the
State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Located in south central Texas, the land that is now
Caldwell County has evidence of human settlement dating back
approximately 10,000 years, and it is known to have been occupied by
the Tonkawas, Karankawas, and Comanches; the northwestern part of
the county is in the Blackland Prairie region with tall grasses and
mesquite trees, and the southeastern part is in the Post Oak
Savannah with rolling hills and a wide variety of vegetation,
including grasses and hardwoods such as oak and elm; and
WHEREAS, Established by the Texas Legislature in 1848,
Caldwell County was formed out of territory from Bastrop and
Gonzales Counties and is named for Mathew Caldwell, a signer of the
Texas Declaration of Independence; in the early years, the county's
economy was driven by agriculture, especially cattle ranching and
cotton production, but it diversified in the 1920s with the
discovery of oil; the production of oil and gas continues to remain
a significant factor driving economic growth in the area, while
farming, ranching, and manufacturing continue to figure in the
county's economic profile; and
WHEREAS, Today, Caldwell County is home to more than 45,000
people; residents and visitors alike benefit from the recreational
opportunities afforded by Lockhart State Park and the San Marcos
River, and outdoor enthusiasts are drawn to the area for activities
such as boating, fishing, and hunting; the county features many
buildings of architectural and historic interest, among them a
beautifully restored courthouse and what is believed to be the
oldest unaltered Episcopal church in Texas; it also hosts a number
of annual events, such as the Watermelon Thump in Luling, and the
Chisholm Trail Roundup is held each June in the county seat of
Lockhart, which has earned recognition as the Barbecue Capital of
Texas; and
WHEREAS, The people of Caldwell County take great pride in
their rich history as they work to build an even brighter and more
prosperous future, and it is indeed fitting that they be honored for
their contributions to the story of the Lone Star State; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize February 26, 2025, as Caldwell County
Day at the State Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the visiting
delegation.