SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 19
(By Senators Dittmar, Ross, Ball, Kessler, Anderson, Sharpe,
Helmick, Fanning, Bowman, Prezioso, Minard, Walker, Wooton,
Jackson, Sprouse, Minear, Deem, Boley, Unger, Redd, McCabe,
McKenzie, Oliverio, Mitchell, Hunter, Dawson, Love, Edgell,
Snyder, Bailey and Tomblin, Mr. President)
Recognizing the importance of preserving and protecting the
beautiful and irreplaceable resources of the West Virginia
state park system.
Whereas, The state park system is nationally recognized for
its preservation of natural, scenic, historic, and cultural
wonders. At the same time, the state park system provides excellent
recreational and vacation opportunities for the citizens of West
Virginia and its visitors; and
Whereas, The state park system serves as a model of the wise
and conservation-minded use of natural resources while enhancing
the quality of life for all West Virginians; and
Whereas, The state park system's scenic beauty, lush forests,
clean streams, abundant wildlife and areas of simple tranquility
can be enjoyed by all while simultaneously providing an important
source of economic growth and employment; therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate:
That the Senate hereby recognizes and supports the state park
system and the areas it includes, as well as pledging its
commitment to assuring that these special places where people and
nature meet will be protected as a public trust to serve as our
gift to future generations; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to forward
a copy of this resolution to each state park facility and to the
Commissioner of the Division of Natural Resources.