H.R. No. 1141
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Brazos Bend State Park has served the residents of
Texas and visitors to the Lone Star State for 25 years, and staff,
volunteers, and members of the public are celebrating this
significant milestone on April 4, 2009; and
WHEREAS, Located approximately 28 miles southwest of
Houston, Brazos Bend State Park opened to the public in 1984, and it
has since hosted more than five million visitors; much of the
5,000-acre area is located in the Brazos River floodplains, and in
addition to the river, the park includes six lakes, a creek, and a
bayou; it is well known for its population of American alligators,
which are visible from several observation points, and the area is
also home to numerous species of dragonfly, mammals, and birds; and
WHEREAS, The park's grand live oaks provide shade for
visitors who can choose from a variety of campsites for overnight
stays or picnic areas for day use; moreover, there is a range of
activities available, including walking on the Creekfield Lake
Nature Trail, hiking or biking on designated trails, touring the
Habitats and Niches display at the nature center, and viewing the
night sky at the George Observatory, a satellite facility of the
Houston Museum of Natural Science; its distinctive topography and
diverse recreational opportunities earned the park a ranking on
America's Top Ten State Parks published by National Geographic
Traveler; and
WHEREAS, Brazos Bend is one of the region's most popular
tourist attractions, regularly generating several million dollars
in sales income; the park's success is due in part to the support of
the Brazos Bend State Park Volunteer Organization, which was
established in 1989 and has been recognized for its remarkable
number of volunteer hours; and
WHEREAS, For a quarter of a century, Brazos Bend State Park
has provided adventure, leisure, solace, and more to people of all
ages and backgrounds, and it is indeed fitting to honor this natural
gem for its contributions to the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 25th anniversary of Brazos Bend
State Park and extend to its staff and volunteers sincere
appreciation for their outstanding efforts in behalf of the park;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Brazos Bend State Park as an expression of high regard
by the Texas House of Representatives.
Olivo
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1141 was adopted by the House on April
1, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House