82R17502 MGR-D
By: Eiland H.R. No. 1178
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The main terminal building at Scholes International
Airport at Galveston, severely damaged in 2008 by Hurricane Ike, is
reopening on April 7, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Originally erected in 1950, the Scholes
International Airport main terminal was a state-of-the-art
structure; however, in September 2008, Hurricane Ike brought with
it a storm surge that filled the first floor of the building with
nine feet of water, destroying windows, doors, and furniture and
ruining the facility's heating, ventilation, air-conditioning,
communications, and electrical systems; and
WHEREAS, A temporary terminal was utilized while officials
made plans to rebuild; the airport, in cooperation with the
aviation division of the Texas Department of Transportation and
with the input of community leaders, ultimately chose an area
contractor, Sullivan Land Services, to complete the restoration of
the terminal to its 1950s glory; and
WHEREAS, Emphasizing the local environment in its design, the
restored terminal features updated and more energy-efficient
heating and cooling systems as well as improved accessibility; it
has been outfitted to survive another hurricane through the
installation of impact-resistant windows and the housing of
critical electrical systems on the second floor; new landscaping
includes palm trees and other flora to greet visitors with a visual
reminder of Galveston Island's tropical climate; and
WHEREAS, Often the first glimpse of Galveston for many
traveling to the Lone Star State, the main terminal at Scholes
International Airport has a long history of welcoming individuals
to Texas, and its restoration will enable that tradition to
continue for years to come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the reopening of the main terminal
building at Scholes International Airport at Galveston and commend
all those who contributed to the restoration of this important
community landmark; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Scholes International Airport as an expression of high
regard by the Texas House of Representatives.