H.R. No. 741
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, For over a decade, the Grand Prairie Unity Coalition
has brought together individuals who represent a variety of
cultural backgrounds and share a commitment to making Grand Prairie
a more welcoming and inclusive place for all; and
WHEREAS, The group was established in 2004 by city council
member Richard Fregoe; meetings are held monthly at the Grand
Prairie City Hall, providing residents with the opportunity to
offer their perspectives and exchange ideas on how to promote
tolerance and celebrate diversity in the community; and
WHEREAS, Members of the coalition have taken part in a wide
range of cultural events, including the Martin Luther King Jr. Day
parade and program, the Cinco de Mayo parade, the annual Juneteenth
parade, and a Native American powwow, and the coalition also
sponsors an annual Unity Banquet and student art contest;
furthermore, the group collaborates with area businesses and with
organizations such as the NAACP and LULAC; the efforts of its
members have contributed to Grand Prairie's recognition as an
Inclusive City by the National League of Cities in 2006; and
WHEREAS, By encouraging friendship and an appreciation for
the uniqueness of every individual, the dedicated men and women of
the Grand Prairie Unity Coalition have made a positive and lasting
difference in their community, and they may take justifiable pride
in all that they have accomplished; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby honor the Grand Prairie Unity Coalition and
extend to all those affiliated with the organization sincere best
wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the group as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Alonzo
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 741 was adopted by the House on March
16, 2017, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House