The resolution requests the West Virginia Economic Development Authority to identify and secure land in the Flatwoods area for the development of facilities aimed at public entertainment, amusement, and tourism. It emphasizes the strategic location of Flatwoods, which is accessible via Interstate 79 and is centrally situated among several populous regions in the state. The resolution highlights the potential for economic growth through the establishment of such facilities, noting that neighboring states have successfully developed similar attractions that generate significant economic benefits, including job creation and infrastructure development.
Furthermore, the resolution calls for the identification of funding sources and the solicitation of both private and public developers to invest in these proposed facilities. It underscores the absence of comparable entertainment venues in West Virginia, suggesting that the development of a complex of attractions in Flatwoods would not only serve local residents but also attract visitors from surrounding states, thereby enhancing the overall economic landscape of West Virginia. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to forward copies to relevant state authorities to facilitate this initiative.