SENATE RESOLUTION 45

(By Senators Sypolt, Smith, Beach, Plymale and Stollings)

[Introduced March 21, 2017]

Designating March 21, 2017, as Preston County Day at the Legislature.

Whereas, Preston County is home to many outdoor recreation opportunities; and

Whereas, Preston County outdoor recreation opportunities contribute to the economic success in Preston County; and

Whereas, Outdoor recreation in West Virginia generates $7.6 billion and creates 82,000 direct jobs; and

Whereas, Preston County outdoor recreation choices include bicycling, camping, fishing, hunting, paddling, snow sports, trail use and wildlife viewing; and

Whereas, Outdoor recreation creates jobs, supports communities, generates tax revenue and helps drive the economy; and

Whereas, Outdoor recreation in Preston County attracts and sustains families and businesses, creates healthy communities and fosters a high quality of life; and

Whereas, The citizens of Preston County are proud to be outdoor recreation leaders in the state; and

Whereas, The citizens of Preston County travel to the state Capitol on an annual basis during the legislative session to share this heritage and participate in the democratic process, in which they share their accomplishments, aspirations and concerns with lawmakers; and

Whereas, It is fitting to recognize Preston County for its history, culture, economy, natural beauty and future development in the State of West Virginia; therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate:

That the Senate hereby designates March 21, 2017, as Preston County Day at the Legislature; and, be it

Further Resolved, That the Senate acknowledges the many important contributions the citizens and businesses of Preston County make in the State of West Virginia and encourages those citizens to participate in the democratic process; and, be it

Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to forward a copy of this resolution to the appropriate representatives of Preston County.