11-R318

2011 -- H 6183

Enacted 05/24/11

H O U S E R E S O L U T I O N

RECOGNIZING "SAVE THE LAKES" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

Introduced By: Representatives Keable, Tomasso, Guthrie, Edwards, and Handy

Date Introduced: May 24, 2011

     WHEREAS, Invasive plants can limit boating, fishing, and recreational activities, push

out native species, and reduce water quality. A survey conducted by the department of

environmental management found that nearly 80 percent of the state's freshwater bodies

contained at least one invasive plant species; and

     WHEREAS, Founded in 2008, Save the Lakes is an alliance of individuals and

associations dedicated to improving, protecting, and preserving the freshwater bodies of Rhode

Island for future generations; and

     WHEREAS, Save the Lakes is the only statewide organization dedicated to the

preservation and protection of Rhode Island lakes, ponds, and freshwater resources; and

     WHEREAS, Save the Lakes is an active force working to protect, restore, and explore

Rhode Island's freshwater resources; and

     WHEREAS, Save the Lakes provides a forum for exchange, development, and research

of freshwater resources information; and

     WHEREAS, Save the Lakes has advocated for better freshwater management before

local, State, and Federal governments and agencies; now, therefore be it

     RESOLVED, That this House of Representatives of the State of Rhode Island and

Providence Plantations hereby recognizes "Save the Lakes" in the State of Rhode Island. We

wish the organization continued success in its future endeavors and as it celebrates the annual

Save the Lakes Dinner on June 3rd; and be it further

     RESOLVED, That the Secretary of State be and he hereby is authorized and directed to

transmit a duly certified copy of this resolution to Save the Lakes.

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