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TO DECLARE THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2013, AS "CITY OF CAMDEN DAY" IN SOUTH CAROLINA.
Whereas, founded by King George III, the City of Camden was originally laid out in 1732 as the Town of Fredricksburg; and
Whereas, Camden is South Carolina's oldest inland city and the steeplechase capital of the world; and
Whereas, Camden's families and residents enjoy a top-notch school system, more than three hundred acres of beautiful parks and green spaces, and a variety of community activities; and
Whereas, thousands of tourists visit Camden each year for cultural events, horse races, music festivals, historic events, and reenactments; and
Whereas, the dedicated employees of the City of Camden provide services for its citizens and contribute to Camden's quality of life and the success of local businesses; and
Whereas, rich in historic sites, Camden boasts a historic district containing some of the most beautiful antebellum homes in South Carolina; and
Whereas, the City of Camden is home to the two largest sporting events in the State, the Colonial Cup and the Carolina Cup; and
Whereas, Camden has a vision that includes many economic-development and beautification projects, all leading to the same goal: making Camden a great place to live, work, and play. Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the Senate, the House of Representatives concurring:
That the members of the South Carolina General Assembly, by this resolution, declare Thursday, April 11, 2013, as "City of Camden Day" in South Carolina.
Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be provided to the Honorable Tony Scully, Mayor of the City of Camden.
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