R E S O L U T I O N
 1-1           WHEREAS, On March 14, 2001, many fine residents from
 1-2     Henderson County are gathering in Austin to celebrate Cedar Creek
 1-3     Lake Area Day at the State Capitol; and
 1-4           WHEREAS, The lake comprises approximately 38,000 surface
 1-5     acres and 310 miles of shoreline; in addition, more than 70,000
 1-6     residents currently live within a five mile radius of this
 1-7     picturesque body of water; and
 1-8           WHEREAS, Henderson County has reaped the benefits of having
 1-9     the state's largest residential lake flow through its borders;
1-10     residents and visitors partake in a wide range of outdoor and water
1-11     activities, and the boating, fishing, swimming, and camping around
1-12     Cedar Creek Lake are all excellent; and
1-13           WHEREAS, The lake also has helped spur growth and bring
1-14     prosperity to the area; many homeowners and retirees have chosen to
1-15     settle in communities that are located near Cedar Creek Lake, and a
1-16     growing number of small business enterprises are thriving in its
1-17     vicinity; and
1-18           WHEREAS, Cedar Creek Lake is one of our  state's true
1-19     treasures, and it is indeed most appropriate to pay tribute to it
1-20     at this time; now, therefore, be it
1-21           RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 77th Texas
1-22     Legislature  hereby  recognize  March 14, 2001, as Cedar Creek Lake
1-23     Area Day at the State Capitol and extend to the delegation here
1-24     today sincere best wishes for an enjoyable and memorable visit.
                                                                   Alexander
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                                                   Speaker of the House
               I certify that H.R. No. 530 was adopted by the House on March
         14, 2001, by a non-record vote.
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                                                 Chief Clerk of the House