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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS ENDORSING THE SIGNING OF A
DECLARATION OF INTENT TO DEVELOP A SISTER CITY
RELATIONSHIP WITH PARRAS DE LA FUENTE, COAHUILA,
MEXICO; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS, the City of Grapevine, Texas whole-heartedly supports tourism and
international exchange; and
WHEREAS, the pursuit of a Sister City relationship with Parras de la Fuente,
Coahuila, Mexico will benefit the Citizens of Grapevine through cultural, educational,
social, and commercial well-being; and
WHEREAS, Grapevine can further celebrate its own rich history and uniqueness
and its viticultural and commercial success with Parras de la Fuente; and
WHEREAS, Grapevine and Parras de la Fuente shall be characterized by peace,
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common consent, and international solidarity.
� NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS:
Section 1 . That the above preamble is found to be true and correct and is
incorporated into the body of this resolution as though set forth in its entirety herein.
Section 2. That the Grapevine City Council fully supports the City's entry into
a Declaration of Intent for a self initiated Sister City relationship between the City of
Grapevine, Texas and Parras de la Fuente, Coahuila, Mexico.
Section 3. That this resolution shall take effect from and after the date of its
passage, and it is accordingly so resolved.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS on this the 3rd day of September , 1996.
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APPROVED:
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William D. Tate
Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED:
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Linda' Huff Ted R. Ware
City Secretary Mayor Pro Tem
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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John F. Boyle, Jr. '
�, City Attorney
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RES. NO. 96-40