May 07-13, 2023 National Travel & Tourisn Week vrodameaton
by the
Aapar of the CO of Menton, Texas
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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: