SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 199
WHEREAS, Proud residents of Garland are gathering in Austin
on February 15, 2017, to celebrate Garland Day at the State
Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Named for Augustus H. Garland, who served as
attorney general of the United States, the city began as the site
of a new post office that was established in 1887 between the
communities of Duck Creek and Embree; the population grew to 478
over the next few years, and Garland was incorporated in 1891; and
WHEREAS, Now the 12th-largest city in Texas, with area in
Collin and Rockwall as well as Dallas Counties, Garland is home
to more than 230,000 people and such major employers as Kraft
Foods, Hatco, Baylor Medical Center, and L3 Communications,
which contribute greatly to the area's economy; in 2015, Garland
was recognized as the eighth-best-run city in the country;
moreover, it has been ranked as the second-best city in the State
of Texas for saving money, and in 2008, CNN placed it on its list
of "Top 100 Places to Live"; and
WHEREAS, The people of Garland enjoy numerous amenities,
including six recreation centers and more than 60 parks across
nearly 3,000 acres; the Firewheel Town Center is an outdoor
mall offering access to more than 100 businesses and a movie
theater, and 5th Street Crossing at Garland Station is a
mixed-use development that helped to revitalize Garland's
historic downtown; and
WHEREAS, With 57,000 students, Garland Independent School
District is one of the largest and most diverse school districts
in the state; it emphasizes community involvement and access to
technology, and in 2016, the district's Hillside Academy for
Excellence was recognized by the United States Department of
Education as a National Blue Ribbon School; and
WHEREAS, This dynamic city is one of the Lone Star State's
great treasures, and it is indeed a pleasure to honor the citizens
of Garland as they continue to work toward an even brighter future;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby recognize February 15, 2017, as Garland Day
at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting delegation sincere
best wishes for an informative and enjoyable stay in Austin.
Huffines, Hall
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 15, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate