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  89R15428 HMR-D     By: Hughes S.C.R. No. 31       CONCURRENT RESOLUTION          WHEREAS, The one-of-a-kind sweets shops found in downtown   Mineola have made the city a popular destination for residents and   visitors alike; and          WHEREAS, Mineola's downtown has grown into a popular shopping   and dining area that epitomizes the town's abundant charm; home to   unique stores, famous restaurants, and historic buildings, it is   also renowned for the tasty treats made in-house by several local   merchants; and          WHEREAS, The community's world-class sweets shops include   Grandma Cleda's Gourmet Candy & Gifts, the Mineola Fudge Shop at   Between Friends, Bryan's Cheesecakes, FarmHouse Fried Pies, and   Bluebonnet Bakery; between them, these establishments offer a range   of pies, cakes, cookies, fudge, lemon bars, ice cream, milkshakes,   malts, and peanut and pecan brittles; in addition to gaining a   faithful following in the local area, Mineola's sweets shops have   been featured on television, in magazines, and in online media, and   some of the businesses ship their products nationwide; and          WHEREAS, Mineola has long been renowned for special   celebrations and was designated as the City of Festivals by the 72nd   Texas Legislature in 1991; while such events as Fiesta de Mayo and   the Iron Horse Heritage Festival remain beloved annual traditions,   the city's stature as an epicenter for sweets stores has become an   increasingly prominent draw in recent years; and          WHEREAS, The unique and delectable sweets sold in downtown   Mineola have made the city a favorite among dessert lovers, and the   town's bountiful selection of sugary delights plays an important   role in the culture and sense of community shared by its citizens;   now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas   hereby designate Mineola as the official Sweets Capital of Texas,   replacing the city's previous designation as the City of Festivals;   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.