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By: Hinojosa H.R. No. 8
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Residents of Austin are gathering on August 14,
2021, to celebrate CommUNITY Day in honor of the grand reopening of
Waterloo Park; and
WHEREAS, Situated along Waller Creek, this 11-acre outdoor
space has undergone a number of updates over the last decade and now
features a variety of amenities, including a hike-and-bike trail,
spacious lawns, playgrounds, Hill Country Gardens, and the Moody
Amphitheater; the revitalization project was brought to fruition by
Waterloo Greenway Conservancy, which strives to restore Waller
Creek and create an urban park system that extends from 15th Street
to Lady Bird Lake; and
WHEREAS, Dubbed "CommUNITY Day," the grand reopening event of
Waterloo Park marks the completion of Phase One of the Waterloo
Greenway park system; in addition to the ribbon-cutting ceremony,
the celebration will feature live performances, youth activities,
programming on STEM and environmental topics, and booths from local
organizations; in the evening, guests can attend the "Taste of
Austin" concert showcase at the Moody Amphitheater; and
WHEREAS, Waterloo Park will benefit the people of Austin for
many years to come, and all those involved in creating this
beautiful public space may indeed take great pride in their
contributions; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commemorate CommUNITY Day
in honor of the grand reopening of Waterloo Park and extend to all
those in attendance sincere best wishes for an enjoyable and
memorable event; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Waterloo Greenway Conservancy as an expression of high
regard by the Texas House of Representatives.