SENATE RESOLUTION

                         1999-8637

By Senators Sellar and Rasmussen

     WHEREAS, On the 13th day of March 1899, the Legislature of the state of Washington created Chelan County; and

     WHEREAS, Through the initiative and diligence of it citizens, Chelan County has been an integral part of the vital and vibrant economy of the state of Washington; and

     WHEREAS, Through its production of apples and other fruits, Chelan County has greatly contributed in making the state of Washington one of the leading agricultural states of the union; and

     WHEREAS, Chelan County's unparalleled beauty and recreational opportunities have made it a magnet for tourism in the state of Washington; and

     WHEREAS, The educational and training opportunities of Chelan County have provided a highly trained, motivated, and capable work force for industry in the state of Washington; and

     WHEREAS, Chelan County, as the geographic center of the state of Washington, provides a crossroad for commerce, culture, and communication for all of the state of Washington;

     NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That Chelan County and its citizens be recognized for its many accomplishments and contributions to the state of Washington, and that all citizens of our great state are hereby urged to join in the celebration of the centennial of Chelan County; and

     BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to the Chelan County legislative authority.

I, Tony M. Cook, Secretary of the Senate,

do hereby certify that this is a true and

correct copy of Senate Resolution 1999-8637,

adopted by the Senate March 12, 1999.

TONY M. COOK

Secretary of the Senate