H.R. No. 341R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Residents of Southeast Dallas are joining with thousands of other Americans across the country in observing the 22nd Annual National Night Out crime and drug prevention event on August 2, 2005; and WHEREAS, Sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch, National Night Out is held to increase awareness and prevention of crime, drugs, and violence, foster support for participation in local anticrime efforts, strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community collaboration, and notify criminals that neighborhoods are unified and committed to a crime-free environment; and WHEREAS, The Southeast Dallas Coalition, in conjunction with the Pleasant Grove Weed and Seed Program, is hosting this local observance for the third consecutive year; offering food, fun, and fellowship, the evening promises to be both an enjoyable and educational event for all concerned; and WHEREAS, The importance of crime prevention cannot be overstated, and in hosting the National Night Out observance, organizers of the event are affirming their commitment to making their community stronger and safer; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby recognize August 2, 2005, as National Night Out in Southeast Dallas and extend to all participants and sponsors sincere best wishes for a successful event. Jones of Dallas ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 341 was adopted by the House on July 19, 2005, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House