ORDER NO.30184
NATIONAL AGRICULTURE WEEK MARCH 18-24, 2007 IN KERR
COUNTY
Came to be heard this the 12th day of March, 2007, with a motion made by
Commissioner Letz, seconded by Commissioner Baldwin. The Court
unanimously approved by vote of 4-0-0 to:
Approve the request to declare March 18-24, 2007, as National Agriculture
Week in Kerr County, Texas, and adoption of Resolution in support of same.
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~` COMMISSIONERS' COURT AGENDA REQUEST
PLEASE FURNISH ONE ORIGINAL AND TEN COPIES OF THIS REQUEST AND DOCUMENTS TO
BE REVIEWED BY THE COURT.
MADE BY: -Pat Tinley- OFFICE: County g~"~-
MEETING DATE: March 12, 2007 TIME PREFERRED:
SUBJECT: (please be specific) Consider, discuss and take appropriate action on
request to declare March 18 - 24, 2007, as National Agriculture Week in Kerr County,
Texas and adoption of Resolution in support of same.
EXECUTIVE SESSION REQUESTED: (PLEASE STATE REASON):
NAME OF PERSON ADDRESSING THE COURT: -Judge Tinley
ESTIMATED LENGTH OF PRESENTATION:
IF PERSONNEL MATTER -NAME OF EMPLOYEE:
Time for submitting this request for Court to assure that the matter is posted in accordance with Title 5,
Chapter 551 and 552, Government Code, is as follows:
5:00 P.M. on the Tuesday prior to the meeting.
THIS REQUEST RECEIVED BY:
REQUEST RECEIVED ON:
AI I Agenda Requests will be screened by the County Judge's Office to determine if adequate information has
been prepared for the Court's formal consideration and action at time of Court Meetings. Your cooperation will
be appreciated and contribute towards your request being addressed at the earliest opportunity. See Agenda
Request Rules Adopted by Commissioners' Court, Court Order No. 25722.
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FAx (888)223-8861
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www.agrstare.tx.us
March 2, 2007
The Honorable Pat Tinley
Kerr County Judge
700 Main St.
Kerrville, Texas 78028-5323
Dear Judge Tinley:
Agriculture's roots reach back to the beginning of time, and the people who have
persevered are the true pioneers we celebrate today. This tremendous industry has a
giant impact on our everyday lives. From nutritious foods and high-quality fiber to
fresh plants, agriculture provides us with the necessities of life while helping ensure
a robust economy for all Texans.
We recognize the week of March 18-24 as National Agriculture Week in Texas - a
time to celebrate the state's farmers and ranchers and acknowledge this far-reaching
industry that adds $73 billion to the Texas economy. Agriculture is also an important
part of Kerr County's economy with an estimated value of agriculture production in
2005 of $33 million with a statewide economic impact of $61 million.
During this week, I ask you to join me in honoring the farmers, ranchers, individuals
and businesses whose dedication and commitment to the land and people of Texas
make our agricultural industry thrive. Please consider adopting an Ag Week
proclamation for your jurisdiction by using the enclosed information to focus
the spotlight upon this valuable resource that means so much to your area.
The Agriculture Week statistics, press release and radio PSA's are on the Texas
Department of Agriculture's Web site at www.agr.state.tx.us if you would like to
provide this information to your local media along with your proclamation.
If you need additional information or assistance with Agriculture Week activities,
please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
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Todd Staples
Commissioner
Enclosure
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Use this as the fravtework to recognize National Agrictdture Week in your area; you can cttstamize it to
fit your format and add additional statistics and information as needed.
National Agriculture Week in Texas -March 18-24, 2007
WHEREAS, the week of March 18-24, ?007, is National Agriculture Week in Texas, as proclaimed by
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples, and
WHEREAS, agriculture begins with the growing and harvesting of food, fiber and horticulture ends with
almost everything we eat, wear and use, and
WHEREAS, we all should appreciate the role agriculture plays in providing a safe, abundant and
affordable Food, horticulture and fiber supply now and for years to come, and
WHEREAS, increased knowledge of agriculture and nutrition allows us to make healthier food choices
for ourselves and for our families, and
WHEREAS, Texas agriculture is not just producing abundant food, horticulture and fiber, but also
producing higher quality items that continue to meet the ever-increasing needs of consumers throughout
Texas and azound the world, and
WHEREAS, Texas agriculture produces wholesome, nutritious foods that give us a multitude of healthy
menu choices and access to fresh meat, grains and produce, and
WHEREAS, Texas agriculture builds upon centuries of progress by making constant advances in
science, research, technology, production and marketing to meet changing consumer demands, and
WHEREAS, the Lone Star State leads the nation in the number of farms and ranches, with almost 80
percent of the land involved in some form of agricultural production including livestock, crops,
-- aquaculture, horticulture and forestry, and
WHEREAS, Texas agriculture plays a major role in health and nutrition as well as in water conservation,
rural economic development, global trade and the preservation of the environment, and
WHEREAS, an awareness of the impact that agriculture has on our daily lives helps us understand the
vital stake that we all have in Texas' second-largest industry, and
WHEREAS, agriculture plays a key role in the lives of everyone in this county. Now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Commissioners' Court of (insert county name here) declares this National
Agriculture Week in (county name), and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Commissioners' Court urges everyone in our area to learn
more about the role of agriculture here, share that knowledge with the young people in our azea and
recognize the farmers, ranchers and their families who contribute so much to this county, state, nation and
the world.
THEREFORE, IN OFFICIAL RECOGNITION WHEREOF, we, the undersigned, do hereby aftix
our signatures this day of March 2007.
(insert signature blocks)
Note.
Instead of a Conuni.esionerr' Court actimt, the County Judge individually can eutthor this resolution. Substinrte
Comtry Jtedge in place of the commissioners' court references. You also may wcutt to include a section that
specifically recognizes agriatlnere producers, agribusinesses or agriculture organizations to your areu. [f you
would like nn electronic version of this mtd/or your county's agricultural production econoric impact, contact
Melissa Blair at IS/2) 463-2631 or by e-mail at ntelissa.binir@agrstnte.tr.us.
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RESOLUTION
A Resolution of Kerr County Commissioners' Court expressing support for
declaring March 18-24, 2007 as National Agriculture Week in Kerr County, Texas.
WHEREAS The week of March 18-24, ?007 is National Agricultural Week in Texas,
as proclaimed by Texas Agriculture Commissioner, Todd Staples; and
WHEREAS Agriculture begins with the growing and harvesting of food, fiber and
horticulture ends with almost everything we eat, wear and use; and
WHEREAS We all should appreciate the role agriculture plays in providing a sate,
abundant and affordable food, horticulture and fiber supply now and for
years to come; and
WHEREAS Increased knowledge of agriculture and nutrition allows us to make
healthier food choices for ourselves and for our families; and
WHEREAS Texas agriculture is not just producing abundant food. horticulture and
fiber, but also producing higher quality items that continue to meet the
ever-increasing needs of consumers throughout Texas and around the
world; and
WHEREAS Texas agriculture produces wholesome, nutritious foods that give us a
multitude of healthy menu choices and access to fresh meat, grains and
produce; and
WHEREAS Texas agriculture builds upon centuries of progress by making constant
advances in science, research, technology, production and marketing [o
meet changing consumer demands; and
WHEREAS The Lone Star State leads the nation in the number of farms and ranches,
with almost 80 percent of the land involved in some form of agricultural
production including livestock, crops, aquaculture, horticulture and
forestry; and
WHEREAS Texas agriculture plays a major role in health and nutrition as well as in
water conservation, rural economic development, global trade and the
preservation of the environment; and
WHEREAS An awareness of the impact that agriculture has on our daily lives helps us
understand the vital stake that we all have in Texas' second-largest
industry; and
WHEREAS Agriculture plays a key role in the lives of everyone in this country; now
therefore be it
RESOLVED That Kerr County Commissioners' Court, by adoption of this Resolution,
hereby declares this National Agriculture Week in Kerr County, Texas;
and be it
RESOLVED That the Commissioners' Court urges everyone in our area to learn more
about the role of agriculture here, share that knowledge with the young
people in our area and recognize the farmers, ranchers and their families
who contribute'so much to this country, state, nation and the world.
ADOPTED THIS 12th day of March, 2007
County
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William H. Williams, Commissioner
Precinct 2
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Bruce Oehler, Commissioner
Precinct 4
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H. A. "Buster" Baldwin, Commissioner