SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 454
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
welcome proud residents of Refugio County as they gather in
Austin on April 16, 2025, to celebrate Refugio County Day at the
State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Situated in the Coastal Prairies region along the
lower Gulf Coast, Refugio County was organized as one of the 13
original counties of the Republic of Texas, with the town of
Refugio as its county seat; both the town and county are named for
Nuestra Señora del Refugio Mission, which was founded in the area
in 1793 and remained in operation until 1830; and
WHEREAS, Agriculture is a leading industry in Refugio
County, and the area serves as an important source of livestock,
sorghum, cotton, corn, wheat, and hay; the county receives
economic benefits derived from the region's natural resources,
including petroleum, natural gas, and industrial sand, and
hunters are drawn to the landscape for its diverse wildlife; and
WHEREAS, Today, Refugio County is home to approximately
6,700 people; residents and visitors alike enjoy attending
annual events hosted by the town of Refugio, such as the Refugio
County Fair; and
WHEREAS, Refugio County has flourished under the dedicated
leadership of its elected officials, including county judge
Jhiela "Gigi" Poynter and county commissioners Roy Payne,
Stanley Tuttle, Gary Wright, and Blaine Wolfshohl; and
WHEREAS, The people of Refugio County take great pride in
their rich history as they work together to build an even brighter
future, and it is indeed fitting to honor them for their unique
contributions to the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
Legislature, hereby recognize April 16, 2025, as Refugio County
Day at the Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the visiting
delegation; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the county as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Kolkhorst
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 28, 2025.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate