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CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, Newton County provides East Texas residents and a |
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multitude of visitors with ample opportunities for outdoor |
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recreation among scenic forests and other natural attractions; and |
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WHEREAS, The county encompasses part of the Sabine National |
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Forest, which features expansive, lush woodlands and is one of only |
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four national forests in the state; the county also offers easy |
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access to the Big Thicket National Preserve and its pine forests, |
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swamps, and savannas; known for their diverse wildlife and unique |
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ecosystems, the areas are a haven for nature enthusiasts and |
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photographers, and they serve as ideal settings for such activities |
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as hiking, bird-watching, hunting, camping, and canoeing; and |
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WHEREAS, Anglers are drawn to Newton County for its excellent |
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fishing waters; favored locations include the Sabine River, which |
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forms the county's eastern border with Louisiana, and Toledo Bend |
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Reservoir, formed by a dam on the river at the northern end of the |
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county, which is renowned as one of the best bass fishing lakes in |
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the nation; visitors can also enjoy boating, swimming, and |
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picnicking; in addition, the county features a number of local |
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parks, trails, and other community gathering areas that highlight |
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the region's picturesque environment; and |
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WHEREAS, Newton County's unique blend of forests, rivers, and |
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lakes has made the area a popular destination for those seeking |
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tranquility and outdoor adventure, and the county is indeed |
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deserving of special recognition for its outstanding stewardship of |
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these important natural resources; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas |
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hereby designate Newton County as the official Forest Capital of |
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Texas; and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That, in accordance with the provisions of Section |
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391.003(e), Government Code, this designation remain in effect |
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until the 10th anniversary of the date this resolution is finally |
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passed by the legislature. |