TITLE: Commending participants of the 2013 Waterway Cleanup Day in Pilot Point.

SUMMARY: Commending participants of the 2013 Waterway Cleanup Day in Pilot Point.

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WHEREAS, Dedicated volunteers helped to preserve the natural splendor of Lake Ray Roberts on March 16, 2013, during the 6th Annual Waterway Cleanup hosted by Keep Pilot Point Beautiful; and WHEREAS, Held in conjunction with the statewide Keep Texas Waterways Clean program, the event offered an opportunity for residents to donate their time in behalf of Lake Ray Roberts, a vital resource that provides recreational activities and drinking water for residents in nearby counties; and WHEREAS, This year, 18 people turned out on a Saturday morning to patrol the shoreline and collect trash and debris; after several hours, participants had filled nearly three dozen 30-gallon bags, totaling some 640 pounds of waste; and WHEREAS, Sustaining the ecological health and beauty of the Lone Star State requires an active and responsible citizenry, and by taking part in this worthwhile endeavor, these volunteers have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the area they call home; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby commend the participants in the 2013 Waterway Cleanup Day and extend to all those associated with Keep Pilot Point Beautiful sincere best wishes for continued success with their future endeavors. Fallon Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1633 was adopted by the House on May 1, 2013, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House