05 LC 98
0188
House
Resolution 164
By:
Representatives Rogers of the
26th,
Harbin of the
118th,
Keen of the
179th,
Burkhalter of the
50th,
and Lane of the
158th
A
RESOLUTION
Commending
the Georgia Recreation and Parks Association and inviting representatives of the
association to appear before the House of Representatives; and for other
purposes.
WHEREAS,
individual and organized forms of recreation and the creative use of leisure
time have gained significance in the lives of Georgians as their free time for
personal pursuits has diminished; and
WHEREAS,
recreation encompasses myriad activities that result in personal satisfaction
and family unity; and
WHEREAS,
recreation is not confined to the young and those with great physical prowess
but can be pursued by persons of all ages and abilities in programs of arts and
crafts, tourism, cultural endeavors, and nature studies; and
WHEREAS,
participation in recreational activity can increase one's physical activity
level and help to combat obesity and other increasing health concerns among
Georgians; and
WHEREAS,
recreation promotes a zestful approach to life in general through the
encouragement of a broad range of recreation activities that do not demand
special instructions or equipment; and
WHEREAS,
recreation in its most far-reaching benefits can help combat the problems of
juvenile delinquency, drug abuse, disabling old age, and general depression by
offering new avenues of interest to individuals; and
WHEREAS,
the Georgia Recreation and Parks Association is celebrating its sixtieth year as
an organization committed to the development of quality recreational facilities
and programs in cities and counties throughout Georgia; and
WHEREAS,
Georgia is a recognized leader in the field of leisure services, but sustained
prominence demands citizen participation, sound management, and adequate
appropriations by all levels of government.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of
this body commend the Georgia Recreation and Parks Association for its organized
efforts and outstanding commitment to public recreation services and invite
representatives of the association to appear before the House of Representatives
at a day and a time to be determined by the Speaker of the House of
Representatives.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to the Georgia
Recreation and Parks Association.