The House Wednesday adopted House Resolution 990 sponsored by Rep. Park Wentling (R-Crawford) to declare July Lake Appreciation Month.

“Pennsylvania's landscape is home to more than 1,500 lakes, ponds and reservoirs. These lakes and ponds are critical resources to Pennsylvania's environment and quality of life, providing sources of recreation, scenic beauty and habitat for wildlife,” said Rep. Wentling.

“Lakes are valuable economic resources for Pennsylvania businesses, tourism and municipal governments, with uses ranging from flood control and other agricultural purposes to water supply,” Rep. Wentling added.  “Maintaining the health of our lakes is the responsibility of every citizen. Pennsylvania recognizes the need to protect these lakes and ponds for future generations.”

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing the month of July 2018 as "Lake Appreciation Month" in Pennsylvania.

WHEREAS, Pennsylvania's landscape is home to more than 1,500 lakes, ponds and reservoirs, which are critical resources to Pennsylvania's environment and quality of life; and

WHEREAS, Lakes are one of Pennsylvania's most valuable natural resources, supplying water for municipal, industrial and agricultural use, assisting with flood control and providing scenic beauty and a habitat for wildlife; and

WHEREAS, Lakes offer a variety of recreational opportunities, including boating, swimming and fishing; and

WHEREAS, The Commonwealth recognizes the need to protect lakes and ponds for future generations; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives recognize the month of July 2018 as "Lake Appreciation Month" in Pennsylvania.

For more on lakes in Pennsylvania, visit the PA Lake Management Society website.

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