Recognizing Fayette Electric Cooperative, Incorporated, on the occasion of its 80th anniversary.
This resolution serves not only as an acknowledgment of Fayette Electric Cooperative's long-standing commitment to service but also highlights the cooperative’s role in enhancing the quality of life in the communities it serves through dependable electric power. Fayette Electric fulfills its mission while also contributing positively through various community programs and outstanding service, reinforcing the importance of such cooperatives in rural and suburban settings.
Senate Resolution 489 recognizes Fayette Electric Cooperative, Incorporated, on the occasion of its 80th anniversary. Established in 1937, the cooperative has been instrumental in providing affordable and reliable electricity to over 9,000 member-owners across several counties in Texas, including Austin, Bastrop, Colorado, Fayette, Lavaca, Lee, and Washington. It has maintained an extensive network of 2,871 miles of electric lines, serving both residential and commercial needs within its jurisdiction.
While Senate Resolution 489 is primarily celebratory and non-controversial in nature, it underscores the cooperative model of business that allows local communities to have a say in their energy needs. By extolling the virtues of Fayette Electric Cooperative, the resolution subtly advocates for the values of regional empowerment and resilience within the energy sector, although it does not engage in any direct legislative changes or contentious issues.