SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 74
WHEREAS, the rugged and scenic landscape of Roaring River State Park is a landmark of Barry County and southwest Missouri; and
WHEREAS, Roaring River State Park provides hours of enjoyment for its visitors who partake in its fishing, hiking and camping opportunities; and
WHEREAS, the Inn and Conference Center at Roaring River State Park is the signature building in the Park; and
WHEREAS, Emory Melton was a state Senator representing Barry County and the area encompassing the Roaring River State Park for many years; and
WHEREAS, former state Senator Emory Melton was instrumental in furthering the development and enjoyment of the Park; and
WHEREAS, without Senator Melton's efforts, the Park would not be the tourist attraction that it is today; and
WHEREAS, Senator Melton deserves permanent recognition of his work on behalf of the Park:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the members of the Senate of the Ninety-first General Assembly, Second Regular Session, the House of Representatives concurring therein, hereby designate that the Inn and Conference Center at Roaring River State Park located in Barry County shall hereinafter be known as the "Emory Melton Inn and Conference Center"; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate be instructed to prepare properly inscribed copies of this resolution for the Governor and the Director of the Department of Natural Resources.