79R5144 KO-D

By:  Laubenberg                                                   H.R. No. 552



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, A group of proud Texans is visiting Austin on 
February 28, 2005, to celebrate the many fine attributes of 
Rockwall County; and
	WHEREAS, Before its establishment in 1873, Rockwall County 
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, Recently celebrating its 150th anniversary, the 
county seat, also named Rockwall, was founded along with Heath on 
the National Road of the Republic of Texas, a major route used by 
settlers that ran from the Dallas area to the Red River; 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 toward preserving the 
notable history of the region for future generations; and
	WHEREAS, Nearly 51,000 Texans 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 away 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 outdoor enthusiasts as well as numerous parks and 
abundant other recreational opportunities; and
	WHEREAS, The smallest of the Lone Star State's 254 counties, 
Rockwall County is nonetheless home to people who demonstrate 
Texas-sized heart and spirit; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby recognize February 28, 2005, as Rockwall County 
Day at the State Capitol and extend to all those residents of the 
county here today warmest wishes for a memorable visit.