AR HR1100

Celebrates Hope, Arkansas's 150th anniversary of incorporation on April 8, 1875

Recognizes Hope as the birthplace of President Bill Clinton (42nd President, 40th and 42nd Governor of Arkansas) and Governor Mike Huckabee (44th Governor of Arkansas)

Highlights the city's educational achievements through collaboration between Hope Public Schools and University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana, resulting in more high school seniors graduating with associate degrees than any other Arkansas city

Notes recent community investments including voter-approved improvements to parks and construction of an indoor recreational facility

Acknowledges Hope's historical identity as "The Home of the World's Largest Watermelons"