SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 194

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join members of the Texas Community Association Advocates in celebrating February 12, 2013, as Texas Community Association Advocates Day at the State Capitol; and

WHEREAS, Approximately 4.8 million Texans live in developments or neighborhoods represented by community associations, homeowners associations, and other managing bodies; and

WHEREAS, These organizations, which number in the tens of thousands, employ countless workers throughout the state and are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in their respective communities; and

WHEREAS, Such groups often provide recreational and social opportunities that residents might not otherwise enjoy; amenities like swimming pools, playgrounds, lakes and ponds, and enhanced security are among the many benefits afforded by these entities; and

WHEREAS, Most community associations have guidelines and safeguards that help protect property values in these enclaves; such governing groups help maintain a reasonable aesthetic uniformity, and they prevent degradation of common living spaces; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby commend the delegates of the Texas Community Association Advocates as they celebrate their day at the State Capitol; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for them as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Taylor

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 12, 2013.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate