HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 99-4614, by Representatives Anderson, Barlean, Thomas and Dunn

     WHEREAS, The Can-Do-Kids is a fifteen-member singing and dancing troupe from South Whidbey Island; and

     WHEREAS, This wonderfully talented performing group of youngsters between seven and thirteen years of age is attracting audiences everywhere with dynamic songs about staying safe and giving one's personal best; and

     WHEREAS, The Can-Do-Kids help children learn about the importance of positive attributes that work together to build character and bolster a child's self-esteem; and

     WHEREAS, Group members are widely known for being positive role models for their peers and for their can-do attitude; and

     WHEREAS, The Can-Do-Kids are the recipients of the KOMO Television Hometown Hero Award, which recognizes their efforts to make their community a safer place to live and their positive effect on fighting crime;

     NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives recognize the significant contributions made by the Can-Do-Kids to their community, and to the citizens of Washington State; and

     BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Co-Chief Clerks of the House of Representatives to news media outlets on Whidbey Island, and to the members of the Can-Do-Kids.

   I hereby certify this to be a true and correct copy of

     Resolution adopted by the House of Representatives

                      February 8, 1999.

              ________________________________

              Timothy A. Martin, Co-Chief Clerk

              ________________________________

               Dean R. Foster, Co-Chief Clerk