By: Miles H.R. No. 474
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Howard N. Sacks of Houston has committed many years
to the enhancement and beautification of Houston, and
WHEREAS, Mr. Sacks quickly committed to community service
after facing a near threat of flooding from the Brays Bayou only one
month after moving to Houston in 1983; he responded to this event by
volunteering first as a member, then eventually the Chair of the
Committee to Reduce the Risk of Flooding in his Homeowners'
Association; and
WHEREAS, Realizing his interest in flood mitigation, Mr.
Sacks joined the Brays Bayou Association and worked tirelessly on
the development of the Harris County Flood Control District; and
WHEREAS, As Vice-President of the Brays Bayou Association,
Mr. Sacks prioritized a unique opportunity to not only prevent
flooding, but to also develop new greenspace; and
WHEREAS, Since seizing this opportunity, Mr. Sacks helped
secure the Willow Waterhole Greenspace Project in 2000, and in
2001, began his longtime service as the President of the Willow
Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy, where he served until 2012; and
WHEREAS, Under Mr. Sacks' leadership as President of the
Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy, the Conservancy worked to
fulfil its vision by receiving grants and beautifying the area with
gazebos, trails, sidewalks, water fountains, and other items,
growing the greenspace's reputation as a premier location for live
music, fun-runs, and the leading bird-watching destination in the
City of Houston through monthly bird-watching conducted by the
Audubon Society; and
WHEREAS, The momentum started under Mr. Sacks' involvement
moves forward as he currently serves as Chairman of the Friends of
Levitt Pavilion Houston, overseeing the plans to build the Levitt
Pavilion Houston at Willow Waterhole for professional concerts and
copious community events; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his efforts at community and
environmental improvement, Mr. Sacks has enjoyed the love and
support of his wife, Cindy; and
WHEREAS, Howard N. Sacks has truly established an everlasting
legacy in the betterment of Houston through numerous projects in
which been involved and lead; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby honor Howard N. Sacks for his many contributions
to the environment, the community, and the City of Houston; and, be
it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Sacks as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.