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1-1 Whereas, The Boulder Canyon Project and the construction of the

1-2 Hoover Dam was the most significant American public works project of

1-3 this century; and

1-4 Whereas, Boulder City was the town created to house over 4,000

1-5 workers who built Hoover Dam; and

1-6 Whereas, Boulder City appears on the National Register as a historic

1-7 place worthy of recognition and preservation for its significant

1-8 contribution to the State of Nevada and our Nation’s heritage; and

1-9 Whereas, The unique inception of Boulder City is still reflected today

1-10 through its controlled growth policy and commitment to enhancing the

1-11 quality of life of its residents; and

1-12 Whereas, The dedication of the residents of Boulder City to the best

1-13 interests of the State of Nevada is evidenced by their participation in

1-14 governmental issues and is reflected by a high voter turnout at elections;

1-15 now, therefore, be it

1-16 Resolved by the Senate of the State of Nevada, the Assembly

1-17 Concurring, That February 22, 1999, is hereby designated as "Boulder

1-18 City Day" at the Nevada Legislature to commemorate the contributions of

2-1 the pioneers of Boulder City in the construction of the Hoover Dam and

2-2 for the continuing dedication of its residents to the State of Nevada; and be

2-3 it further

2-4 Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate prepare and transmit a

2-5 copy of this resolution to Robert Ferraro, Mayor of Boulder City.