HR1375 95TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The Manito area has been known for its leadership in agricultural production for over 150 years; and

WHEREAS, Manito, located in Mason County, is the gateway to the "Imperial Valley of the Midwest" and a portal to the Illinois River Byway; and

WHEREAS, The Manito area is known for its agriculture, outstanding farmers, tradition, and economic possibility; and

WHEREAS, The farm area surrounding Manito is located in the heart of Illinois with highly fertile soil, controlled growing conditions, and a virtually unlimited water supply to allow for extensive irrigation; and

WHEREAS, The Manito area farmers are noted for their ability to diversify their production, from pumpkins to popcorn; and

WHEREAS, Manito and its surrounding area have always been known for its hard-working, hometown people; and

WHEREAS, Manito is celebrating its founding with a Sesquicentennial Celebration to Agriculture - Then and Now on Saturday, August 2, 2008; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-FIFTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we designate August 2, 2008 as Agriculture Day with a salute to Manito Area Farmers and the Manito Area Regional Economic Development; and be it further

RESOLVED, That we salute the farmers of the Manito area and the Manito Area Regional Economic Development (MARED) for their outstanding work in growing the products that feed countless individuals throughout this State, the nation, and the world at large; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the Manito Area Regional Economic Development as a symbol of our esteem and respect.