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PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the travel industry is essential to the success of every industry and will continue to be
a critical part of Georgetown, Texas’ economy, development, and workforce; and small businesses
account for more than 60% of leisure and hospitality employment across the nation; and
WHEREAS, travel is an economic powerhouse, directly supporting 1,200 jobs in Georgetown,
Texas in 2023; and
WHEREAS, travel spending supports a vibrant and safe community in Georgetown, Texas by
generating $7.3 million in local tax revenue in 2023, supporting essential services, such as
education, emergency response, public safety and more; and
WHEREAS, travel spending in Georgetown, Texas generated $185.2 million in direct travel
spending in 2023; and
WHEREAS, travel is an essential industry, and we must continue to communicate that growing
travel leads to economic growth, benefits businesses, fosters mutual understanding, and connects
the nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSH SCHROEDER, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF GEORGETOWN, TEXAS
do hereby proclaim May 19th through 25th , 2024 as
National Travel and Tourism Week
In Georgetown, Texas
And urge the citizens of Georgetown to join me in recognizing the essential role this industry
plays in our community.