SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 509
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Edison Mission Energy on the occasion of the dedication
of its Cedro Hill Wind Project in Bruni, Texas, on March 15, 2011;
and
WHEREAS, Edison Mission Energy has been active in wind
energy since 1998, and it is now among the largest developer
owners in the United States wind sector with some 29 wind
projects in 10 states; its Cedro Hill Wind Project will provide
clean, renewable energy for Texans in the San Antonio area; and
WHEREAS, Cedro Hill is a 150-megawatt wind energy project
completed late last year; located in Webb County approximately 45
miles northeast of Laredo, the Cedro Hill project will have a
positive economic impact on the region through job creation,
local procurement, land lease payments, property taxes, and
other benefits; and
WHEREAS, The Cedro Hill Wind Project has established the
Webb Consolidated Independent School District Higher Education
Fund to benefit local schoolchildren, and it anticipates
supporting other educational and community programs through
donations, site tours, and other activities; and
WHEREAS, Wind energy is a growing source of renewable
energy; the Cedro Hill Wind Project will harness the abundant
power of wind and contribute greatly to providing vital electrical
power for the citizens of this state; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby commend Edison Mission Energy for investing
in wind power in this state and extend best wishes for a memorable
dedication of the Cedro Hill Wind Project; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the company as a memento of this auspicious occasion.
Zaffirini
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 15, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate