H.R. No. 196
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Samaritan Inn is celebrating 25 years of
compassionate service to Collin County's most vulnerable citizens
in 2009; and
WHEREAS, Founded in 1984, the Samaritan Inn was the first
homeless shelter established in Collin County; in addition to
providing a place to sleep for men, women, and children in need, the
shelter offers individuals meals, clothes, and personal care items,
and it also has playrooms and a playground on site; and
WHEREAS, In an effort to help residents get back on their
feet, the Samaritan Inn employs experienced case managers who
develop individualized programs for people to achieve their
independence; referrals are made for legal and financial
counseling, and classes are offered in parenting, budgeting, and
job training; when ready to move out on their own, former residents
are equipped with vital skills and a host of necessary household
items; and
WHEREAS, The Samaritan Inn provides both long- and short-term
refuge, and the facility housed nearly 700 people in 2008 alone; and
WHEREAS, Devoted to helping those less fortunate, the
Samaritan Inn has made a positive difference in the lives of
countless Collin County residents, and it is indeed fitting to
honor the organization for its many contributions to the greater
good; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the Samaritan Inn for 25 years of
outstanding service to the people of Collin County and extend
sincere best wishes to all those associated with the shelter for
continued success with their important work; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the organization as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Paxton
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 196 was adopted by the House on
February 2, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House