| |
| |
|
|
R E S O L U T I O N
|
|
|
WHEREAS, The beautiful beaches of Galveston represent a |
|
|
renowned recreational resource for the citizens of this state and |
|
|
for visitors from around the world; and |
|
|
WHEREAS, Galvestonians and tourists alike flock to these |
|
|
beaches each year to participate in a variety of enjoyable outdoor |
|
|
activities, including swimming, fishing, bodysurfing, and |
|
|
sunbathing; and |
|
|
WHEREAS, The aquatic environment, however, presents an array |
|
|
of dangers, but these potential perils can be effectively managed |
|
|
through increased public awareness and the vigilance of |
|
|
professional lifeguards; and |
|
|
WHEREAS, To increase public safety, an annual reminder of the |
|
|
joys and hazards associated with the aquatic environment is most |
|
|
appropriate at the commencement of the busy summer beach season; |
|
|
and |
|
|
WHEREAS, Beachgoers must remember a few basic guidelines in |
|
|
order to safely enjoy themselves: learn to swim, always swim near a |
|
|
lifeguard, never swim alone, never float where you can't swim, |
|
|
always obey instructions of lifeguards, never dive headfirst, |
|
|
always take precautions for the heat and sun, always obey warning |
|
|
signs and flags, learn to understand and avoid rip currents and |
|
|
dangerous areas, and always respect the water and environment; now, |
|
|
therefore, be it |
|
|
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 80th Texas |
|
|
Legislature hereby recognize May 21-28, 2007, as National Beach |
|
|
Safety Week in Galveston and urge all beachgoers to take |
|
|
appropriate measures to protect themselves and their children while |
|
|
enjoying the summer beach season. |
| |
|
|
Eiland |
|
|
|
|
|
______________________________ |
|
|
Speaker of the House |
| |
|
|
I certify that H.R. No. 2416 was adopted by the House on May |
|
|
25, 2007, by a non-record vote. |
|
|
|
|
|
______________________________ |
|
|
Chief Clerk of the House |
| |