78R5976 MDM-D

By:  Laubenberg                                                   H.R. No. 288



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, A delegation of proud Texans is visiting Austin on 
February 24, 2003, to celebrate the many fine attributes of 
Rockwall County; and
	WHEREAS, Established in 1873, Rockwall County earlier formed 
a part of Nacogdoches, Henderson, and Kaufman counties; the area 
takes its name from an extensive, largely subterranean rock 
formation discovered in the mid-19th century by farmers digging a 
well; and
	WHEREAS, The smallest of the Lone Star State's 254 counties, 
Rockwall is home to people who demonstrate Texas-sized heart and 
spirit; its county seat, founded in 1854 and also named Rockwall, 
was situated along the National Road of the Republic of Texas, as 
was the settlement of Heath; today, the City of Rockwall's Historic 
Preservation Advisory Board, the "Old Town" Rockwall Neighborhood 
Association, and the Rockwall County Historical Foundation direct 
their efforts to preserving the notable history of the region for 
future generations; and
	WHEREAS, More than 43,000 individuals make their home in 
Rockwall County's 148 square miles, where they can enjoy the 
pleasures of rural and small-town life while living just a short 
drive from the big-city amenities of the Dallas-Fort Worth 
Metroplex; in addition to Rockwall and Heath, other communities in 
the county include Fate, McLendon-Chisholm, Mobile City, Royse 
City, and Rowlett; and
	WHEREAS, Contributing to the quality of life in Rockwall 
County are strong schools and an array of cultural organizations, 
including musical and theatrical groups; bordered on the west by 
Lake Ray Hubbard, the county offers exceptional sailing, fishing, 
and boating for outdoors enthusiasts, as well as numerous parks and 
abundant  other recreational opportunities; and
	WHEREAS, Residents of Rockwall County take justifiable pride  
in their accomplishments and look forward with anticipation to the 
new challenges and opportunities that lie ahead; now, therefore, be 
it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby recognize February 24, 2003, as Rockwall County  
Day at the State Capitol and extend to all those involved warmest 
wishes for a memorable event.