H.R. No. 2080
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Transforming Texas Waterfronts is working to
improve and develop valued natural resources, and its efforts are
indeed worthy of special recognition; and
WHEREAS, In 2008, a number of cities across the Lone Star
State joined in a coalition that advocates for waterway projects
that improve the quality of life for Texans; the community
initiatives and infrastructure improvements highlighted by the
group include the Johnson Creek and River Legacy in Arlington, the
Waller Creek Flood Control Tunnel in Austin, the Trinity River
Corridor Project in Dallas, the Trinity River Vision in Fort Worth,
the San Antonio River Improvements Project in San Antonio, the
Brazos River Development in Waco, and Reclaiming Houston's Buffalo
Bayou; and
WHEREAS, Representatives of Transforming Texas Waterfronts
created an educational exhibit for visitors to the State Capitol;
an inspiring display, it informed the public about the major
improvement projects underway and encouraged citizens to think
about the vital roles that the waterways play in our communities;
and
WHEREAS, The initiatives of the cities that are members of
Transforming Texas Waterfronts promote flood control,
environmental protection and restoration, recreation, and economic
growth, and the contributions of this outstanding organization will
continue to benefit residents of the Lone Star State in the years to
come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby commend Transforming Texas Waterfronts for
working to support the urban river development projects and extend
to all those associated with the initiative sincere best wishes for
continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the organization as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Ritter
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2080 was adopted by the House on May
26, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House