84R23182 KSM-D
By: Turner of Collin H.R. No. 1988
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Residents of Rockwall are visiting the State Capitol
on April 16, 2015, and this occasion presents a welcome opportunity
to recognize the city of Rockwall and commend these community
leaders for their civic engagement; and
WHEREAS, Established in 1854, Rockwall was named for the
large stone wall discovered by explorer T. U. Wade while he was
digging a well; after the town was incorporated in 1874, the
population began to grow, and the arrival of the Missouri, Kansas,
and Texas railway line created early opportunities for economic
development; and
WHEREAS, Aluminum production in the area prompted Rockwall to
adopt the slogan "The Aluminum Capital of the Industrial Southwest"
in the 1950s, and construction of Lake Ray Hubbard in 1969 led to
growth in the recreational and tourism industry; and
WHEREAS, Today, Rockwall is home to more than 40,000 Texans
who enjoy their community's rich heritage and family-friendly
environment; amid plentiful urban amenities, the city retains its
small-town charm, highlighted by its historic downtown business
district; residents and visitors alike are drawn to The Harbor, a
commercial, entertainment, and recreational area situated on the
picturesque shores of Lake Ray Hubbard, and the city has numerous
park facilities offering a variety of activities and special
events; and
WHEREAS, Preserving their vibrant past as they work together
to build a bright future, the citizens of Rockwall may take
justifiable pride in their unique city and in the role it continues
to play in the story of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize the city of Rockwall and welcome the
visiting delegation of Rockwall residents to the State Capitol.