Proc. 2019-43 - Seven Hills day, 9-19
Proclamation N0. 2019-43
WHEREAS the Seven Hills of Huntsville create a stunning, natural setting that residents and visitors alike can enjoy and appreciate, with the establishment of a Texas Historical marker
being erected by the Walker County Historical Commission in Town Creek Park; and
WHEREAS the hills were said to be one of the reasons why Sam Houston chose the area to settle in, reminding him of his childhood home; and
WHEREAS many early settlers were drawn to the area, with Capitol Hill playing a role in 1845 when Huntsville was being considered as the seat of State government; and
WHEREAS the City’s heritage is engrained in the Seven Hills – Capitol, Cotton Gin, Smith, Depot, Peckerwood, Gospel and Knowledge hills, and continue to place an important role in within
the City’s education, transportation, government and industry; and
WHEREAS the Seven Hills is an interesting and historical significance to the geography of Huntsville.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY PROCLAIMED, by the power vested in me as the Mayor of the City of Huntsville, Texas, that:
September 14th, 2019
be declared: SEVEN HILLS OF HUNTSVILLE DAY
in Huntsville, Texas, and encourage citizens to honor the historical footprint of #HomeSweetHuntsville.
PROCLAIMED AND SIGNED this the 14th day of September 2019.
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Andy Brauninger, Mayor