82R17587 MDM-D
By: Gallego H.R. No. 1262
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Bank and Trust, whose history has long been
entwined with that of Del Rio, celebrated a notable milestone with
the observance of its centennial in 2010; and
WHEREAS, U.S. vice president John Nance Garner, from Uvalde,
was among the 33 original shareholders of the bank, which was
initially known as the Del Rio Bank and Trust; now owned by
approximately 65 family and shareholder groups, the bank boasts
assets today of approximately $390 million; and
WHEREAS, Under the leadership of president and CEO Sid
Cauthorn, The Bank and Trust has experienced considerable growth,
including the opening of a second location in Del Rio and the
establishment of branches and investment services in Uvalde, San
Angelo, Boerne, and Bryan; in 2000, The First State Bank of
Brackettville and the Sutton County National Bank in Sonora were
merged with The Bank and Trust; and
WHEREAS, A highly valued asset in every community where it
has put down roots, The Bank and Trust continues to provide
essential financial services to local citizens and businesses alike
and to contribute to the progress of the Lone Star State; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 100th anniversary of the
founding of The Bank and Trust and extend to all those associated
with that institution sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for The Bank and Trust as an expression of high regard by
the Texas House of Representatives.