By Capelo H.R. No. 881 76R15109 BE-D R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, May has been designated "National Older American 1-2 Month," and the Texas House of Representatives takes great pride in 1-3 joining Nueces County Community Services in celebrating this 1-4 special event; and 1-5 WHEREAS, The contributions of the older citizens of Texas and 1-6 this nation cannot be overstated, for their experience and wisdom 1-7 are vital components of today's society; and 1-8 WHEREAS, Preparing for the future requirements of our senior 1-9 citizens is a timely issue for Texas and America, as the number of 1-10 elderly Lone Star residents will continue to grow as life 1-11 expectancy is extended and the postwar baby boom crests; and 1-12 WHEREAS, Throughout the month of May, Nueces County Community 1-13 Services will celebrate the achievements and contributions of 1-14 senior citizens with a variety of activities and projects; and 1-15 WHEREAS, To this end, rural community services centers in 1-16 Agua Dulce, Banquete, Bishop, and Robstown will sponsor a number of 1-17 local events in addition to the countywide celebration taking place 1-18 on May 13, 1999, in Corpus Christi; and 1-19 WHEREAS, "National Older American Month" provides an 1-20 excellent opportunity to reflect on the innumerable and invaluable 1-21 contributions made by our elders, and it is a great pleasure to 1-22 commend these distinguished citizens at this time; now, therefore, 1-23 be it 1-24 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 76th Texas 2-1 Legislature hereby commemorate "National Older American Month" and 2-2 extend to all those associated with Nueces County Community 2-3 Services' month-long celebration best wishes for a successful and 2-4 joyful observance.