By: Miles H.R. No. 474

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Howard N. Sacks of Houston has committed many years to the enhancement and beautification of Houston, and

WHEREAS, Mr. Sacks quickly committed to community service after facing a near threat of flooding from the Brays Bayou only one month after moving to Houston in 1983; he responded to this event by volunteering first as a member, then eventually the Chair of the Committee to Reduce the Risk of Flooding in his Homeowners' Association; and

WHEREAS, Realizing his interest in flood mitigation, Mr. Sacks joined the Brays Bayou Association and worked tirelessly on the development of the Harris County Flood Control District; and

WHEREAS, As Vice-President of the Brays Bayou Association, Mr. Sacks prioritized a unique opportunity to not only prevent flooding, but to also develop new greenspace; and

WHEREAS, Since seizing this opportunity, Mr. Sacks helped secure the Willow Waterhole Greenspace Project in 2000, and in 2001, began his longtime service as the President of the Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy, where he served until 2012; and

WHEREAS, Under Mr. Sacks' leadership as President of the Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy, the Conservancy worked to fulfil its vision by receiving grants and beautifying the area with gazebos, trails, sidewalks, water fountains, and other items, growing the greenspace's reputation as a premier location for live music, fun-runs, and the leading bird-watching destination in the City of Houston through monthly bird-watching conducted by the Audubon Society; and

WHEREAS, The momentum started under Mr. Sacks' involvement moves forward as he currently serves as Chairman of the Friends of Levitt Pavilion Houston, overseeing the plans to build the Levitt Pavilion Houston at Willow Waterhole for professional concerts and copious community events; and

WHEREAS, Throughout his efforts at community and environmental improvement, Mr. Sacks has enjoyed the love and support of his wife, Cindy; and

WHEREAS, Howard N. Sacks has truly established an everlasting legacy in the betterment of Houston through numerous projects in which been involved and lead; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby honor Howard N. Sacks for his many contributions to the environment, the community, and the City of Houston; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Sacks as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.