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May 07-13, 2023 National Travel & Tourisn Week vrodameaton by the Aapar of the CO of Menton, Texas Igo all to Whom tbeo presents .9ba[I come, Oreetingg: WHEREAS, the travel industry fuels every industry and continues to be an essential part of Denton's economy,development and workforce; and WHEREAS, travel is an economic powerhouse for every state and destination across the country, with an economic output of$2.6 trillion in 2022, supporting 14.5 million American jobs;and WHEREAS, travel spending supports vibrant and safe communities in Denton by generating $26 million in state and local tax revenue in 2022 to support essential services, such as education,emergency response,public safety and more;and WHEREAS, travel enables success for all industries including manufacturing, agriculture, defense, healthcare and more by driving sales growth,innovation,education and operations that move our economy and community forward;and WHEREAS, travel is an essential industry, supporting 2,000 jobs in Denton, fostering economic growth,benefitting businesses and fostering mutual understanding. NOW,THEREFORE, I,Gerard Hudspeth, Mayor of the City of Denton,Texas,do hereby declare and proclaim this week of May 7-13,2023 as "NATIONAL TRAVEL& TOURISM WEEK" in the City of Denton. IN WITNESS WHEREOF,I have hereunlo set my hand and caused the official seal of the City of Denton,Texas to be affixed this the 7th of Xlay 2023. GERARD HUDSPETH,MAYOR ATTEST: JESUS SALAZAR,INTERIM CITY SECRETARY BY: