House Resolution 1040
By: Representatives Flournoy of the 74th, Holly of the 116th, Douglas of the 78th, Santos of
the 117th, Kahaian of the 81st, and others
A RESOLUTION
Honoring Echo Park Speedway; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Echo Park Speedway, constructed in 1960, is a 1.54 mile raceway that has
hosted a variety of events including NASCAR and IndyCar races; and
WHEREAS, located in Henry County, Georgia, the Echo Park Speedway is the county’s top
tourism attraction as well as a significant contributor to the community and citizens of the
surrounding area; and
WHEREAS, active more than 300 days a year, Echo Park Speedway produces an estimated
$250 million in economic impact and supports over 2,800 jobs; and
WHEREAS, the speedway’s enticing events attract over one million visitors from all 50
states and more than a dozen countries annually; and
WHEREAS, consistently serving the community, Speedway Children's Charities Atlanta has
given back almost one million dollars to area charities over the past 10 years; and
WHEREAS, dedicated to the safety of all Georgians, Echo Park Speedway serves as an
evacuation location from hurricanes and other natural disasters; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper to recognize the economic and community
impact of the Echo Park Speedway.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body honor the Echo Park Speedway and extend best wishes for
continued growth and success.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the
public and the press.