88R25396 CW-D
By: Flores S.R. No. 474
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Cen-Tex Sustainable Communities Partnership has
demonstrated a steadfast commitment to improving the quality of
life for residents of the Central Texas region; and
WHEREAS, Established in 2009, the Cen-Tex partnership serves
as a forum in which representatives of Fort Hood and the neighboring
cities of Belton, Copperas Cove, Gatesville, Harker Heights,
Killeen, Lampasas, Nolanville, and Salado come together to develop
and implement sustainability efforts that enhance economic
vitality while protecting human health and natural resources; and
WHEREAS, The partnership promotes environmentally sound
practices through such events as the Fort Hood Earth Fest,
Gatesville Earth Day, and the Keep Copperas Cove Beautiful Eco
Harvest; on April 24, 2023, in Salado, the Fort Hood garrison
commander and mayors from partner cities are gathering in
recognition of Sustainable Environment Month and to honor
individuals and organizations with Environmental Ambassador
Awards; schools involved in the Youth Environmental Ambassadors!
program will also be recognized; and
WHEREAS, Members of the Cen-Tex Sustainable Communities
Partnership are working to build an even brighter future for the
communities of Central Texas, and their exemplary efforts truly
merit special recognition; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature
hereby commend the Cen-Tex Sustainable Communities Partnership for
its contributions to the region 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 group as an expression of high regard by the Texas
Senate.