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By: Muñoz, Jr. H.R. No. 1256
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Many proud residents of Pharr are gathering in
Austin on March 18, 2015, to celebrate City of Pharr Day at the
State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Rich with bicultural diversity, history, and
beauty, Pharr is located in the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas,
bordering Mexico, one of our nation's most vital strategic
partners; the city sits at the major highway crossroads of
Interstate 69 and Interstate 2 and serves as both a transportation
hub and an important gateway for international business; and
WHEREAS, Named for Henry N. Pharr, a sugarcane grower, Pharr
was incorporated in 1919; the economy was once based in agriculture
but has since diversified greatly in areas such as retail, light
manufacturing, entertainment, and shipping; the busy Pharr
International Bridge has helped Pharr become the Rio Grande
Valley's leader in trade with world partners, and the total trade
value reached more than $30 billion for 2014; and
WHEREAS, Pharr features first-class restaurants and
nationally recognized retail shopping outlets, and its weather and
location make it an attractive destination for sun-loving tourists,
birders, and wildlife enthusiasts; the city has a low cost of
living, low unemployment, and a young, dynamic workforce, and the
Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District is emphasizing
student retention and college readiness; and
WHEREAS, Known as the state's first Triple Crown City, Pharr
was named a Main Street Community by the National Trust for Historic
Preservation and a Preserve America City by the National Advisory
Council on Historic Preservation, and it was also designated an
All-America City by the National Civic League; and
WHEREAS, Pharr leads the region in developing innovative
programs to inspire civic pride; these include the Landscape
Partnership Program to enhance scenic beauty, City Hall on Call, an
initiative bringing municipal leaders and staff into area
neighborhoods to meet and consult with residents, and the Rio
Grande Valley's first Police Athletic League for community youth;
and
WHEREAS, Pharr is undoubtedly "A City of Firsts," and its
residents may indeed take pride in their hometown's impressive
growth and ongoing achievements; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize March 18, 2015, as City of Pharr Day at
the State Capitol and extend to the visiting delegation sincere
best wishes for an informative and enjoyable stay in Austin.