SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 509

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Edison Mission Energy on the occasion of the dedication of its Cedro Hill Wind Project in Bruni, Texas, on March 15, 2011; and

WHEREAS, Edison Mission Energy has been active in wind energy since 1998, and it is now among the largest developer owners in the United States wind sector with some 29 wind projects in 10 states; its Cedro Hill Wind Project will provide clean, renewable energy for Texans in the San Antonio area; and

WHEREAS, Cedro Hill is a 150-megawatt wind energy project completed late last year; located in Webb County approximately 45 miles northeast of Laredo, the Cedro Hill project will have a positive economic impact on the region through job creation, local procurement, land lease payments, property taxes, and other benefits; and

WHEREAS, The Cedro Hill Wind Project has established the Webb Consolidated Independent School District Higher Education Fund to benefit local schoolchildren, and it anticipates supporting other educational and community programs through donations, site tours, and other activities; and

WHEREAS, Wind energy is a growing source of renewable energy; the Cedro Hill Wind Project will harness the abundant power of wind and contribute greatly to providing vital electrical power for the citizens of this state; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Edison Mission Energy for investing in wind power in this state and extend best wishes for a memorable dedication of the Cedro Hill Wind Project; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the company as a memento of this auspicious occasion.

Zaffirini

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 15, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate