SENATE RESOLUTION 17

(By Senators Sypolt, Smith, Jeffries, and Hamilton)

[Introduced February 2, 2022]

Designating February 3, 2022, as Preston County Day at the Legislature.

Whereas, Preston County is rich in agricultural heritage; and

Whereas, Preston County’s agriculture contributes to its economic and success in Preston County; and

Whereas, West Virginia leads the nation in both the percent of family and small farms; and

Whereas, Preston County leads the state in the number of farms, fifth in the amount of farm acreage, and first in total cropland; and

Whereas, The agricultural producers in Preston County are in the top five counties in West Virginia in other hay tons produced (2), corn for grain bushels produced (2), maple syrup (2), and cattle (5); and

Whereas, The West Virginia Department of Agriculture launched the statewide Farm-to-School Initiative at Preston High School; and

Whereas, The citizens of Preston County are proud to be agricultural leaders in the state; and

Whereas, The citizens of Preston County travel to the state capitol on an annual basis during the legislative session to share their heritage and participate in the democratic process. This includes sharing their accomplishments, aspirations, and concerns with lawmakers; and

Whereas, It is fitting to recognize Preston County for its history, culture, economy, and future development in the State of West Virginia; therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate:

That the Senate hereby designates February 3, 2022, as Preston County Day at the Legislature; and, be it

Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to forward a copy of this resolution to the appropriate representatives of Preston County.