SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 771
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
	welcome the residents and officials of Willacy County, who have
	come to the State Capitol to celebrate Willacy County Day on
	April 14, 2011; and
	WHEREAS, Willacy County was formed in 1911 from parts of
	Cameron and Hidalgo Counties and originally included the area now
	known as Kenedy County; it was named for state Senator John G.
	Willacy; the county's largest town and county seat is
	Raymondville; this year the county is celebrating its centennial
	anniversary; and
	WHEREAS, Willacy County's proximity to Mexico is very
	beneficial for product transportation and commercial trade, and
	it boasts a large and diverse number of employers, from the
	United States Department of Homeland Security to Walmart, H-E-B,
	and the City of Raymondville; and
	WHEREAS, From ranchlands to coastal lands, Willacy County
	offers something for every nature lover; birds, grasses, trees,
	butterflies, and dragonflies are some of the wildlife popular
	with tourists; the county has a strong fishing and hunting
	industry; Port Mansfield is one of the best fishing areas in the
	country and is considered Willacy County's coastal treasure; and
	WHEREAS, Wild in Willacy is an annual event held in October
	that promotes awareness of the county's natural resources and
	includes tours of ranches, talks on birding and eco-tourism,
	musical entertainment, and cook-off competitions that can be
	enjoyed by the whole family; and
	WHEREAS, Willacy County Day provides an opportunity for
	friends and families to honor the county's past and its many
	assets, which today are enjoyed by residents and vacationers of
	all ages; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
	Legislature, hereby recognize April 14, 2011, as Willacy County
	Day at the State Capitol and join citizens of this historic and
	vital region in paying tribute to this wonderful county; and, be
	it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
	the residents of Willacy County as a token of esteem from the
	Texas Senate.
	Lucio
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on April 14, 2011.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate