By Kubiak H.C.R. No. 107 HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 1-1 WHEREAS, Nestled in the gently rolling hills of northwest 1-2 Milam County, Sugarloaf Mountain is a well-known natural and 1-3 historical landmark; and 1-4 WHEREAS, The adjacent Little River is a significant natural 1-5 and recreational resource, enjoyed by many citizens in the 1-6 surrounding area for its swimming, fishing, and other water 1-7 activities; and 1-8 WHEREAS, Recognized as a venerated and sacred site to the 1-9 Tonkawa Indians, Sugarloaf Mountain is an important link to the 1-10 history and heritage of Texas; and 1-11 WHEREAS, Offering miles of scenic vistas and acres of 1-12 tranquil settings, Sugarloaf Mountain has for generations been a 1-13 unique recreational attraction for area residents; now, therefore, 1-14 be it 1-15 RESOLVED, That the 74th Legislature of the State of Texas 1-16 hereby direct that the Parks and Wildlife Department may undertake 1-17 a study of the alternatives for preserving Sugarloaf Mountain, 1-18 including but not limited to establishing a state park at the site, 1-19 and to report its finding to the Texas Legislature not later than 1-20 August 31, 1996; and, be it further 1-21 RESOLVED, That the department consult with county and local 1-22 officials, other state agencies, and private conservation groups to 1-23 explore all alternatives for protection of the significant features 1-24 associated with Sugarloaf Mountain; and, be it further 2-1 RESOLVED, That the secretary of state forward official copies 2-2 of this resolution to the members of the Parks and Wildlife 2-3 Commission and to the executive director of the Parks and Wildlife 2-4 Department.